About the role#
This is a paid, full-time, 40-hour per week summer internship designed to prepare you for a career in store leadership. You will work alongside an Executive Team Leader mentor to gain a realistic preview of the Assistant Store Manager role. Throughout the program, you will develop an understanding of retail business fundamentals while leading teams, identifying store priorities, and delivering guest service.
What you'll do#
- Lead and motivate a retail team to achieve store goals.
- Drive guest experience and resolve guest concerns.
- Support daily operations, including stocking shelves and building displays.
- Partner with leaders to teach, coach, and train team members.
- Present at daily huddles and plan daily operational goals.
- Review business reporting and guest insights to identify areas for improvement.
- Merchandise products and maintain a welcoming store environment.
- Participate in training, development sessions, and leadership events.
What you'll need#
- A strong interest in retail management.
- Leadership skills and a team-oriented mindset.
- Ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
- Effective communication skills and a helpful attitude.
- Ability to learn and adapt to new technology.
- Flexibility to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to access all areas of the building, climb ladders, and operate handheld scanners.
- Physical ability to lift or move merchandise weighing up to 44 pounds.
- Previous retail experience is preferred but not required.
Location & details#
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Locations: Diamond Bar, Pico Rivera, and Norwalk, California.
- Compensation: $28.50 - $29.50 per hour.
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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