About the role#
This is a paid, full-time internship program designed to prepare you for a career in store leadership. Over the summer, you will gain a realistic preview of the Executive Team Leader role. You will work on-site, spending your time leading teams, identifying store priorities, and ensuring a great guest experience. This program focuses on developing your management skills through hands-on training and mentorship.
What you'll do#
- Lead and support the execution of daily operations on the salesfloor and in the backroom.
- Partner with leaders to provide performance feedback, coaching, and training to team members.
- Deliver an exceptional guest experience by assisting shoppers and ensuring team members are empowered to solve guest needs.
- Work alongside your Executive Team Lead mentor to understand department operations and management responsibilities.
- Manage your own workload and prioritize tasks independently while aligning with daily business goals.
- Address team concerns and remove operational hurdles to keep the store running smoothly.
What you'll need#
- A strong interest in retail management and a desire to lead teams.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work well with others.
- Experience or comfort working independently and managing your own tasks.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Capacity to perform physical tasks, including lifting or moving merchandise up to 44 pounds, climbing ladders, and navigating all areas of the store.
- Previous retail experience is preferred but not required.
- Current enrollment in a degree program such as Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Psychology, or Sociology.
Location & details#
- This internship is located in Pasadena, La Canada Flintridge, and El Monte, California.
- The program takes place during Summer 2027.
- This is a full-time, paid position.
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