About the role#
This is a paid, full-time, hands-on internship program designed to prepare you for store leadership. As a Store Executive Intern, you will receive a realistic preview of the Executive Team Leader role over the summer of 2027. You will work closely with managers and team members to understand retail business operations and develop your management skills.
What you'll do#
- Spend time on the salesfloor and in the backroom leading team members and aligning them on daily business priorities.
- Partner with leaders to provide teaching, coaching, and performance feedback to team members.
- Review business reporting and guest insights to identify and address opportunity areas.
- Lead and present at daily huddles with peer and leadership teams.
- Execute daily operations, including stocking shelves and building displays.
- Engage with guests to solve their needs and ensure an exceptional shopping experience.
What you'll need#
- A strong interest in retail and management.
- Ability to learn and adapt to current technology needs.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Capability to manage your workload and prioritize tasks.
- Ability to lift or move merchandise up to 44 pounds.
- Current enrollment in a program related to Business Administration or Operations Management.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site, 40-hour per week program.
- Locations include various sites across the Greater Minneapolis area, including Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Richfield, Bloomington, Woodbury, Brooklyn Park, Vadnais Heights, Chaska, Apple Valley, Shoreview, Stillwater, Burnsville, North Saint Paul, Minnetonka, West St Paul, Fridley, Crystal, Cottage Grove, Willmar, Roseville, Shakopee, Inver Grove Heights, Savage, Lakeville, Eden Prairie, Oakdale, St. Louis Park, Hudson (WI), Edina, Hutchinson, Eagan, Chanhassen, and Waconia.
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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