Retail Management Intern: Fast-Paced Ops & Leadership

Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc.; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wage

Mon-Fri Schedule

Fuel Growth

Career Development

Company Travel

Real-World Skills

Mentorship

Industry Mentors

Leadership Development

Full-Time Opportunity

Resume Boost

Job summary

Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc. offers an 11-week Retail Management Internship in Tupelo, MS, delivering hands-on experience in managing high-volume travel centers with food service and truck care.

Interns work with seasoned leaders to learn operations, team management, and customer service, helping drivers and travelers return to the road quickly. Participants gain exposure to store, fuel, food, and truck care operations, while developing skills in sales, cost control, and

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a 2- or 4-year program in business, management, hospitality, or related field.
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Additional screening may include a motor vehicle check and/or DOT Physical.

Responsibilities

• Participate in hands‑on training across store, fuel, food, and truck care operations.
• Develop business acumen by learning how to drive sales, manage costs, and support profitability.
• Learn team leadership, staffing, and employee development practices.
• Gain experience delivering exceptional customer service and resolving issues.
• Assist with merchandising, inventory management, and operational standards.
• Understand and help enforce safety, compliance, and company policies.
• Collaborate on a cross‑functional project with interns and leaders across departments.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership potential

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Tech proficiency

Education

Pursuing BA/BS in business/management/hospitality

Job description

Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc. offers an 11-week Retail Management Internship in Tupelo, MS, delivering hands-on experience in managing high-volume travel centers with food service and truck care.

Interns work with seasoned leaders to learn operations, team management, and customer service, helping drivers and travelers return to the road quickly. Participants gain exposure to store, fuel, food, and truck care operations, while developing skills in sales, cost control, and