Retail Management Internship: Lead, Learn & Launch Careers

Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc.; Baird (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Mentorship

Leadership development

Full-time potential

Career development

Company travel

Real-world skills

Job summary

Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc. in Texas 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 alongside seasoned leaders to learn facility operations, team management, and exceptional customer service, all while helping professional drivers and travelers get back on the road quickly.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a 2- or 4-year program pursuing a degree in business, management, hospitality, or related field.
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check; DOT considerations may apply.
• Confident interacting with customers and team members with leadership potential.
• Ability to navigate various computer programs and systems as part of daily operations.

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 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

Willingness to learn

Education

Pursuing degree in business/management/hospitality

Tools

Computer programs

Job description

Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc. in Texas 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 alongside seasoned leaders to learn facility operations, team management, and exceptional customer service, all while helping professional drivers and travelers get back on the road quickly.