Store Executive Intern (Store Leadership Intern) – Greater Pasadena, CA (Starting Summer 2027)

Cagayan State University; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Employee discount

Job summary

Target is seeking motivated interns to lead a retail team in a Target store, part of a paid 40-hour/week internship program designed to prepare for store leadership. You will work closely with managers and mentors to understand retail operations and drive guest experience, sales, and merchandising while developing leadership skills.

You’ll participate in internship training, lead daily huddles, and support daily operations.

Qualifications

• Excellent guest service and communication skills.
• Willing to work nights, weekends, holidays and peak shopping times.
• Interest in retail management within stores.
• Ability to lift up to 44 pounds and climb ladders.
• Leadership and teamwork abilities.
• Retail experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a retail team on the sales floor and in the backroom.
• Drive guest experience and operational performance.
• Participate in internship training and mentorship opportunities.
• Lead daily huddles and set daily goals.
• Coach team members and provide feedback.
• Review business reports and guest insights to identify opportunities.
• Ensure safety, compliance, and a welcoming store culture.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Adaptability

Customer service

Mentoring

Cash handling

Safety compliance

Handheld scanners

Tools

Handheld scanners

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Lead a retail team within a Target store as part of a paid 40-hour/week internship program preparing for store leadership.
• Work closely with managers and team members to understand Target’s retail business and management roles.
• Drive guest experience and impact store financial, team, and operational performance.
• Work alongside a mentor to learn effective department leadership.
• Step into leading mentor’s departments with guidance.
• Lead and motivate a team, drive sales, merchandise products, and provide exceptional guest service.
• Engage in ongoing development conversations focused on your growth.
• Support daily operations by building culture and guiding team goal achievement.
• Spend time on the sales floor and backroom leading team members and aligning on daily priorities.
• Partner with leaders on team member performance through coaching and feedback.
• Address team concerns and remove hurdles for smooth operations.
• Lead daily huddles and plan daily goals and organizational plans.
• Review business reports and guest insights to identify and act on opportunities.
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences by empowering team members.
• Provide new ideas and recommend solutions to business or team challenges.
• Commit to learning Target’s leadership expectations and seek feedback.
• Participate actively in internship training, development opportunities, and events.
• Demonstrate ethical conduct, safety, and compliance, and lead the team accordingly.
• Foster an inclusive, equitable, safe, and secure culture.
• Gain understanding of all business areas to develop business acumen.
• Create a welcoming experience by greeting guests and assisting with their needs.
• Perform all other duties based on business needs.

About You

The company is looking for candidates who:

• Enjoy interacting and helping others, including guests and team members.
• Thrive in a fast-moving, physically demanding role requiring teamwork, flexibility, and creative problem solving.
• Are open to working a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping times.
• Have previous retail experience preferred but not required.
• Have a strong interest in retail management within stores.
• Possess leadership skills and team-oriented thinking.
• Can learn and adapt to current technology needs.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently.
• Maintain a welcoming and helpful attitude.
• Have effective communication skills.
• Can access all areas of the building to respond to issues.
• Interpret instructions, reports, and information accurately.
• Handle cash register operations as needed.
• Climb ladders and safely handle merchandise, including lifting up to 44 pounds.
• Operate communication devices and handheld scanners as directed.
• Maintain reliable and prompt attendance.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay range of $28.50 to $30.00, based on factors such as labor markets, education, experience, and certifications.
• Comprehensive health benefits for eligible team members and dependents, including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance.
• Additional benefits include 401(k), employee discount, short-term and long-term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation.