Retail Management Intern: Hands-on Leadership & Growth

Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc.; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Mon-Fri schedule

Career development

Company travel opportunities

Real-world skills application

Mentorship opportunity

Leadership development

Full-time employment potential

Resume boost

Job summary

Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc. offers an 11-week Retail Management Internship that provides hands-on experience in managing high-volume, fast-paced travel centers, including food service and truck care.

Interns work with seasoned leaders to learn facility operations, team management, and exceptional customer service, helping drivers and travelers get back on the road quickly. This program is designed to set interns on a path toward a rewarding career with Love’s.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a 2- or 4-year program, pursuing a degree in business, management, hospitality, or a related field.
• Willing to successfully complete pre-employment screenings including background checks and possibly DOT-related checks.

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.

Skills

Customer interaction

Leadership potential

Technology/tools familiarity

Education

Pursuing degree in business/management/hospitality

Job description

Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc. offers an 11-week Retail Management Internship that provides hands-on experience in managing high-volume, fast-paced travel centers, including food service and truck care.

Interns work with seasoned leaders to learn facility operations, team management, and exceptional customer service, helping drivers and travelers get back on the road quickly. This program is designed to set interns on a path toward a rewarding career with Love’s.