2026 Summer Intern- Retail Management

Kroger Great Lakes Distribution Center; Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling with paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Valuable discounts on purchases

Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000

Access to diverse training programs

Job summary

A leading grocery distribution center is offering a 12-week summer internship program designed for students to gain practical experience in marketing and project management. The program ensures competitive pay and opportunities to lead projects while learning from industry leaders. Candidates must be pursuing a degree and have work authorization without future sponsorship needs. This internship focuses on developing leadership skills, improving communication, and gaining insights into digital marketing. Join us this summer for a unique career-building experience!

Qualifications

• Open to all majors, must have work authorization without future sponsorship.
• Highly motivated and able to take initiative.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to work both in groups and independently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to analyze data and apply it to business needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist marketing managers with campaign execution and measurement.
• Conduct data collection, research, analysis, and reporting.
• Provide support materials and feedback during team meetings.
• Complete cumulative project and present findings.

Skills

Motivation and initiative

Strong leadership skills

Accuracy and attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to analyze and interpret information

Customer service commitment

Experience with Google Analytics or Adobe Analytics

Education

Actively pursuing a degree at an accredited college or university

Preferred GPA of 3.0

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Google Analytics

Adobe Analytics

Job description

The Kroger Summer Internship Program is a 12 week immersive experience that offers students an opportunity to grow their careers through a variety of focused internship assignments. Rotation dates: (add dates in here).

Our program offers competitive pay, hands‑on learning experiences, company exposure to senior leaders, and professional development opportunities. Spend your summer leading projects, refining your professional skills, working alongside industry leaders, and connecting with other students from across the country.

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with Kroger Co (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non‑immigrant status).

Responsibilities

• Assist retail and digital marketing managers with the development, execution and measurement of campaigns related to lines of business
• Complete data collection and research, including all phases of planning, gathering, analyzing and reporting the data
• Provide research on products, competitors, services, processes, and other informational needs
• Provide stores and divisions with support materials as requested
• Compile and organize data, summarize findings and present conclusions to team members
• Create reports and other documentation in response to inquiries or requests in a timely manner
• Communicate status updates and any potential issues to the appropriate team members
• Participate and provide feedback at team meetings
• Complete cumulative project (summary of internship accomplishments) and present to leadership team
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Qualifications

Minimum

• Open to all majors, must be actively pursuing a degree at an accredited college or university with a preferred GPA of 3.0
• Applicants must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with Kroger Co (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non‑immigrant status)
• Highly motivated student with the desire to take initiative on their own work
• Highly motivated with strong leadership skills and the ability to work in groups or independently
• Accuracy and attention to detail with the ability to preserve confidentiality of information
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to present information to various levels of the organization
• Responds to change as a positive challenge
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
• Significant level of multi‑tasking
• Ability to analyze and interpret information and apply to business needs
• Commitment to providing customer service
• Experience with Google Analytics or Adobe Analytics
• Involvement in leadership and community activities
• Background in data analysis
• Coursework and/or practical experience with digital marketing

Job Info

• Job Identification 166074
• Job Category Human Resources/Diversity
• Locations 2700 E 4th Ave, Hutchinson, KS, 67501, US

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

– A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
– Flexible scheduling in full‑and‑part‑time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
– Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching.
– Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
– Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry‑leading Continuing Education program.
– Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry‑leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.
Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose‑driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.
Whether you’re seeking a part‑time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!