Associate Buyer Internship - Minneapolis, MN (Starting Summer, 2027)

Target; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Employee discount

Paid sick leave

Paid national holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Target is seeking an entry-level Associate Buyer for a Summer 2027 program in Minneapolis. The role starts with a starting hourly rate of $29.00, with pay based on factors like labor markets, education, and experience.

You will gain exposure to assortment analysis, vendor relationships, and promotional planning while presenting results to leadership. Target provides comprehensive benefits including health plans, 401(k), paid time off, holidays, and more.

Qualifications

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with entrepreneurial spirit.
• Strong planning and organizational abilities.
• Exceptional leadership qualities and decision-making skills.
• The ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Development-focused; eager to learn and satisfy innate curiosity.
• Strong sense of accountability and initiative.
• Ability to thrive in ambiguous growth environment.

Responsibilities

• Gain a realistic preview into life as an Associate Buyer and manage projects from start to finish.
• Present results to leadership within the business and influence decisions.
• Support assortment analysis and recommendations for products.
• Maintain vendor relationships with major suppliers to deliver on plans.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Entrepreneurial spirit

Planning abilities

Organizational skills

Leadership qualities

Clear communication

Curiosity and learning

Accountability and initiative

Ability to thrive in ambiguity

Job description

This position is entry-level position that starts in Summer 2027.

Starting Hourly Rate $29.00 per hour.

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.

Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. Learn more about Target here.

About Us

At Target, you’ll discover a Fortune 50 company focused on making life better for our guests. Creating a shopping experience where guests can find what they want - and discover something new - is the heart of the merchandising department.

In this role, you’ll gain a realistic job preview into life as an Associate Buyer. Learn how to apply your strategic, analytical and collaborative skills to impact the bottom line as we work to deliver products to guests anytime and anywhere. Manage a project from start to finish, and culminate your summer experience by presenting your results to leadership within your business. You’ll gain valuable insight into the day-to-day role of an Associate Buyer, and see how they help support assortment analysis and recommendations, maintain business relationships with the largest vendors in the industry, and execute promotional plans/strategies.

About You

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with entrepreneurial spirit
• Strong planning and organizational abilities
• Exceptional leadership qualities and decision-making skills
• The ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Development-focused; eager to learn and to satisfy your innate curiosity
• Strong sense of accountability and initiative
• Ability to thrive in ambiguous growth environment

Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.

Benefits Eligibility

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Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)

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