About the role#
The Retail Merchandising Intern supports category growth by analyzing data, customer insights, and competitive intelligence. You will help identify opportunities regarding assortment, pricing, promotions, and overall category performance. This role involves partnering with merchants and cross-functional teams to track business trends and contribute to strategic initiatives. You will receive a paid, full-time, on-site internship experience in Deerfield, Illinois.
What you'll do#
- Perform activities that contribute to the strategy development process for your assigned business unit.
- Use various tools and resources to analyze information and make business recommendations.
- Provide day to day support across various Walgreens divisions.
- Suggest improvements for existing policies and processes to leadership.
- Complete a project that aligns with strategic priorities and present your findings to management.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor degree program with at least 2 semesters remaining upon your start date.
- Experience in Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
- Ability to communicate through written reports and formal presentations.
- Experience collaborating within team environments.
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Location & details#
- Location: Deerfield, Illinois.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $15 to $33.65 per hour.
- Employment Type: Full-time, paid internship.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
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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