Corporate Strategy Intern

Ulta Beauty, Inc.; Bolingbrook (IL); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid internship

Capstone project with leadership

Networking opportunities

Professional development sessions

Job summary

Ulta Beauty, Inc. is offering a 2027 Internship program designed to develop future talent through a structured 10-week experience.

The Corporate Strategy Intern will support competitive insights, long-term strategy, and Investor Day prep, with hands-on research across market dynamics and cross-functional collaboration. The role emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, data synthesis, and presenting strategic implications to leadership, with hybrid arrangements for corporate tracks and

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize data into clear insights.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience using AI-powered tools for research and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support market and competitive intelligence by monitoring competitors and industry trends.
• Conduct research, benchmarking, and analysis to inform long-term strategy.
• Evaluate strategic opportunities through market dynamics and synthesis of findings.
• Assist Investor Day prep with benchmarking and strategic materials development.
• Develop executive-ready presentations summarizing research and implications.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

AI tools experience

Education

Bachelor's degree candidate (Business/Finance/Economics)

Tools

AI-powered research tools

Job description

OVERVIEW

Discover the possibilities. At Ulta Beauty, we believe in the best ideas that create greatest impact. And we know that those insights can come from anyone, at any time. Which is why we empower our interns in ways few organizations do. Here, you’ll take what you’ve learned in the classroom into a world of real-life challenges that require creativity and new perspectives. That push you to think in new ways. Because it’s all about inspiration and transformation, not simply checking a box or building a resume. We’re here to help prepare you to realize your future career ambitions.

Experience the difference for yourself.

The 2027 Ulta Beauty Internship is a structured 10-week program designed to develop future talent and provide interns with a unique and impactful development experience. This program is tailored for rising college Juniors and Seniors, offering Corporate, Field, and Distribution Center internship tracks. The internship will be hybrid for Corporate interns and in-person for Distribution Center and Field interns. Interns will gain hands‑on experience in Ulta Beauty’s operations while contributing to business needs, engaging in meaningful projects, and broadening their professional development. The internship program provides real-world experience directly related to the academic discipline and career goals, offering a better understanding of career options.

• Hands‑on experience working as a member of a specific department, team, and or location.
• Assigned projects to accelerate learning of key functions and processes.
• Cross‑functional exposure to various departments.
• Comprehensive overview of the company structure and strategy.
• Tailored professional development sessions and valuable networking opportunities.
• Capstone presentation to leadership, showing project outcomes and recommendations.

TEAM OVERVIEW:

The Corporate Strategy team is responsible for developing Ulta Beauty’s enterprise strategy and long‑term vision and identifying and evaluating new growth opportunities.

The Corporate Strategy Intern will support key strategic initiatives, with a focus on competitive insights, long‑term strategy development, and Investor Day preparation. The intern will conduct research and analysis, synthesize insights, and help inform strategic priorities and growth opportunities.

INTERNSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES:

As an intern, you will contribute to achieving the following goals:

• Support market and competitive intelligence by monitoring key competitors, industry trends, and shifts across the beauty and retail landscape.
• Conduct research, benchmarking, and analysis to generate insights that inform long‑term strategy and growth priorities.
• Assist in evaluating strategic opportunities through research, analysis of market dynamics, and synthesis of quantitative and qualitative findings.
• Support Investor Day preparation through peer benchmarking, strategic analysis, and development of materials in partnership with Corporate Strategy, Finance, and Investor Relations.
• Support development of executive‑ready presentations that synthesize research, analysis, and strategic implications.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to synthesize data and research into clear insights.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience leveraging AI‑powered tools to conduct research, analyze data, synthesize insights, and support informed business decision‑making.
• Intellectual curiosity and interest in strategy, retail, consumer businesses, and competitive dynamics.
• Highly collaborative, organized, and comfortable working both independently and in a team environment.
• Prior coursework or experience in strategy, consulting, finance, analytics, retail, or consumer products is a plus.
• Desire to work in a fast‑paced environment and interact with various levels of leadership

REQUIREMENTS:

• Chicagoland‑area candidates are preferred.
• Must be a rising Junior or Senior enrolled in an accredited undergraduate university in the summer of 2027.
• Previous work experience and active involvement with on‑campus organizations or activities.

• Strong organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and sense of urgency.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $0.00 / Hour. Exact pay will be based on factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, level, shift, geographic location, and business and organizational needs. Eligible associates may also earn overtime pay as required by applicable law. Full‑time positions are eligible for paid time off, health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. Part‑time positions are eligible for dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. For additional information concerning our benefits, visit our Benefits and Career Development page: https://learn.bswift.com/ulta

ABOUT

AtUlta Beauty(NASDAQ: ULTA),the possibilities are beautiful. Ulta Beauty is the largest North American beauty retailer and the premier beauty destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skin care products, hair care products and salon services. We bring possibilities to life through the power of beauty each and every day in our stores and online with more than 25,000 products from approximately 500 well‑established and emerging beauty brands across all categories and price points, including Ulta Beauty’s own private label. Ulta Beauty also offers a full‑service salon in every store featuring—hair, skin, brow, and make‑up services.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.