Retail Management Intern: Mentorship & Leadership Path

Love's Travel Stops; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,617,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wage

Monday through Friday Schedule

Career Development

Company Paid Travel

Mentorship Opportunity

Leadership Development

Job summary

Love's Travel Stops offers an 11-week Retail Management Internship providing hands-on experience in managing high-volume travel centers including food service and truck care. Interns work with seasoned leaders to learn facility operations, team management, and exceptional customer service, aiding drivers and travelers to get back on the road quickly.

The program aims to set interns on a path toward a rewarding career with Love's, with opportunities for full-time employment after completion.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a 2- or 4-year program in business, management, hospitality, or related field.
• Willing to complete pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Ability to learn and adapt in a fast-paced retail environment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Customer interaction

Leadership potential

Tech literacy

Fast-paced environment

Education

Enrolled in a 2- or 4-year program

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Love's Travel Stops offers an 11-week Retail Management Internship providing hands-on experience in managing high-volume travel centers including food service and truck care. Interns work with seasoned leaders to learn facility operations, team management, and exceptional customer service, aiding drivers and travelers to get back on the road quickly.

The program aims to set interns on a path toward a rewarding career with Love's, with opportunities for full-time employment after completion.