Retail Management Intern — Lead, Learn and Impact (Paid, 10 Weeks)

CVS Health; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Retirement savings

Wellness programs

Job summary

CVS Health is seeking a Retail Management Intern for a 10‑week paid program in North Carolina. You will lead a retail team, engage with customers, and learn day‑to‑day operations alongside Store Managers and District Leaders.

You’ll complete a business project, present recommendations to leadership, and gain hands‑on experience in operations, merchandising, and customer service during this immersive internship.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be enrolled in an associate or bachelor’s degree program.
• Degree expected between May 2027 and May 2028.
• Majors include Business Management/Administration, Hospitality, Entrepreneurship, Retail Studies, or General Business.

Responsibilities

• Lead a retail team and engage directly with customers.
• Learn day‑to‑day store operations alongside managers.
• Complete a business-focused project and present findings to leadership.
• Motivate and manage a store team and analyze business performance.
• Travel within markets to gain broader organizational exposure.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Relationship building

Leadership experience

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree student

Graduation window May 2027–May 2028

Majors: Business, Hospitality, Entrepreneurship, Retail Studies, General Business

Job description

CVS Health is seeking a Retail Management Intern for a 10‑week paid program in North Carolina. You will lead a retail team, engage with customers, and learn day‑to‑day operations alongside Store Managers and District Leaders.

You’ll complete a business project, present recommendations to leadership, and gain hands‑on experience in operations, merchandising, and customer service during this immersive internship.