Retail Management Internship - Paid, Hands-On Leadership

CVS Health; Oroville (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Retirement savings options

Wellness programs

Job summary

CVS Health is seeking a Retail Management Intern in California to gain hands-on leadership experience in a fast-paced retail environment. You will work with Store Managers and District Leaders, lead a team, engage customers, and tackle a real business project.

Applicants must be enrolled in an associate or bachelor’s degree program and available for 35 hours per week over a 10-week period, including days, evenings, and weekends.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be available to work 35 hours per week for the full 10-week program on a flexible schedule including days, evenings, and weekends.
• 1-3 years of customer service experience in a fast-paced work environment such as retail, food service, hospitality etc.
• Effective communication, problem solving, and relationship-building skills.
• Previous leadership, supervisory, or managerial experience is highly desired.
• Must be interested in pursuing a career in retail store management.
• Candidates must be enrolled in an associate or bachelor’s degree program; expected degree between May 2027 and May 2028; desired majors include Business Management/Administration, Hospitality, Entrepreneurship, Retail Studies, General Business

Responsibilities

• Lead a retail team and engage with customers.
• Learn day-to-day store operations alongside managers.
• Complete a business-focused project and present findings to leadership.
• Gain exposure to staffing, talent development, and customer engagement.
• Support operational activities including merchandise handling and inventory.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Leadership experience

Retail management interest

Education

Enrollment in associate or bachelor's degree program

Graduation window May 2027–May 2028

Job description

CVS Health is seeking a Retail Management Intern in California to gain hands-on leadership experience in a fast-paced retail environment. You will work with Store Managers and District Leaders, lead a team, engage customers, and tackle a real business project.

Applicants must be enrolled in an associate or bachelor’s degree program and available for 35 hours per week over a 10-week period, including days, evenings, and weekends.