About the role#
As a Community Management Intern, you will work on-site in a retail pharmacy setting to learn the fundamentals of store operations and customer service. This internship provides exposure to financial data, inventory management, and leadership shadowing. You will participate in a team project and present your findings to district and store leaders.
What you'll do#
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Handle register transactions including voids, refunds, and cash drops.
- Assist with inventory management, stock rotation, and product displays.
- Complete store pricing tasks and ensure signage complies with local regulations.
- Maintain store cleanliness and request repairs when necessary.
- Shadow your district leader and attend weekly meetings with your manager.
- Analyze financial and asset protection data to understand loss reduction.
- Support the planning and execution of community events.
- Complete e-learnings, training modules, and a final program evaluation.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a senior in a bachelor's degree program, preferably in Business Administration.
- Fluency in English, including reading, writing, and speaking.
- Availability for a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
- Knowledge of store inventory control is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Newark, Ohio.
- This is a paid, full-time, on-site internship.
- The term is rolling.
About Walgreens
Walgreens operates a network of approximately 8,500 retail pharmacies across the United States and Puerto Rico. Founded in 1901, the company maintains its headquarters in Deerfield, Illinois. It employs over 100,000 people and provides pharmacy, health, and beauty services to nearly 9 million customers daily. The business integrates physical stores with digital platforms to deliver healthcare services.
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