About the role#
This is a paid, full-time, hands-on internship program designed to prepare you for a career in retail leadership. Over the summer, you will gain a realistic preview of the Executive Team Leader role by working alongside a mentor and other managers. You will spend your time on the sales floor and in the backroom, learning how to lead a team, drive sales results, and manage store operations. This program focuses on developing your management skills through active participation in daily store activities.
What you'll do#
- Lead and motivate team members while aligning on daily business priorities.
- Work with your mentor to understand department leadership and store management.
- Teach, coach, and train team members while providing performance feedback.
- Address team member concerns and remove operational hurdles.
- Lead and present at daily huddles with your team.
- Plan daily goals and organize work plans for the store.
- Review business reporting and guest insights to identify areas for improvement.
- Deliver an exceptional guest experience by greeting guests and solving their specific needs.
- Participate in internship program training activities and developmental events.
- Foster an inclusive, equitable, safe, and secure culture.
- Recommend new ideas and solutions to business opportunities.
What you'll need#
- A strong interest in retail management.
- Leadership skills and a team-oriented mindset.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Effective communication skills and a welcoming attitude.
- Ability to learn and adapt to current technology, including handheld scanners and frequency devices.
- Ability to manage workload and prioritize tasks independently.
- Reliable and prompt attendance with a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to access all areas of the building, climb ladders, and handle cash register operations.
- Physical ability to lift or move merchandise up to 44 pounds.
- Ability to interpret instructions, reports, and information.
- Previous retail experience is preferred.
Location & details#
- Term: Summer 2027
- Work Modality: On-site
- Locations: Pasadena, La Canada Flintridge, and El Monte, California
About Target
Target is a retail company based in Minneapolis. It operates as a public organization and has been in business since 1962. The company employs over 180,000 people across various locations. It maintains a presence in the United States and India.
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