Retail Leadership Intern: Lead & Elevate Store Teams

NWU; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Employee discount

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

NWU partners with Target to offer a paid 40-hour/week internship in a Duluth, MN store focused on developing future leaders. You will work closely with managers and a mentor to learn retail operations, drive guest experiences, and mentor others while contributing to daily goals and store performance.

You will lead and participate in huddles, receive feedback, and engage in development activities aimed at building business acumen and leadership capability in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Must enjoy helping guests and team members.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, physically demanding retail environment.
• Willing to work flexible schedule including nights, weekends, holidays.
• Previous retail experience preferred but not required.
• Strong interest in retail management and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead a retail team within a Target store during a paid 40-hour internship.
• Partner with managers to learn Target’s retail business and management practices.
• Drive guest experience and impact store performance.
• Lead daily huddles and set goals.
• Coach, train, and provide feedback to team members.
• Manage cash operations as needed.
• Support daily operations and merchandise execution.
• Attend training and leadership development activities.
• Foster inclusive, safe, and ethical store culture.
• Spend time on sales floor and backroom to align priorities.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Customer service

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Cash handling

Inventory awareness

Tools

Handheld scanners

Job description

NWU partners with Target to offer a paid 40-hour/week internship in a Duluth, MN store focused on developing future leaders. You will work closely with managers and a mentor to learn retail operations, drive guest experiences, and mentor others while contributing to daily goals and store performance.

You will lead and participate in huddles, receive feedback, and engage in development activities aimed at building business acumen and leadership capability in a fast-paced retail environment.