Retail Management Intern: Leadership & Operations Training

Love's Travel Stops; Boonville (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Mentorship

Travel opportunities

Leadership development

Career development

Real-world skills

Full-time opportunity

Resume boost

Job summary

Love’s Travel Stops offers an 11-week Retail Management Internship providing 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 customer service, setting a path toward a rewarding career with Love’s. This program emphasizes real-world skill application and leadership development.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a 2- or 4-year program pursuing a related degree.
• Willing to complete pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Additional screening may include 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 interaction

Leadership potential

Learning by doing

Tech literacy

Physical capability

Education

Pursuing a degree in business/management/hospitality or related field

Job description

Love’s Travel Stops offers an 11-week Retail Management Internship providing 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 customer service, setting a path toward a rewarding career with Love’s. This program emphasizes real-world skill application and leadership development.