Retail Management Internship: Leadership & Real-World Ops

Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc.; Shepherdsville (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wage

Monday through Friday Schedule

Career Development

Company Paid Travel

Real World Application of Skills

Mentorship Opportunity

Learn from Industry Professionals

Leadership Development

Opportunity for Full-Time Employment

Boost Your Resume

Job summary

Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc. in Shepherdsville, KY offers an 11-week Retail Management Internship for Summer 2027.

You will gain hands-on experience managing high‑volume travel centers, including food service and truck care, working with seasoned leaders to learn facility operations, team management, and exceptional customer service to help drivers get back on the road. The program is designed to set interns on a path toward a rewarding career with Love’s, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a 2- or 4-year program, pursuing a degree in business, management, hospitality, or a related field.
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Additional screening may include a motor vehicle check and/or DOT Physical.
• Must be able to talk, hear, move around, lift up to 50 pounds, and see clearly to perform job duties.
• Ability to navigate various computer programs, systems, and technology tools as part of daily operations.
• Confident interacting with customers and team members, with potential to lead.

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 service

Leadership potential

Willing to learn

Communication skills

Education

Pursuing degree in business/management/hospitality

Job description

Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc. in Shepherdsville, KY offers an 11-week Retail Management Internship for Summer 2027.

You will gain hands-on experience managing high‑volume travel centers, including food service and truck care, working with seasoned leaders to learn facility operations, team management, and exceptional customer service to help drivers get back on the road. The program is designed to set interns on a path toward a rewarding career with Love’s, with opportunities for