Store Executive Intern (Store Leadership Intern) - Northern New England (Starting Summer 2027)

NWU; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Employee discount

Disability coverage

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

NWU is offering a Stores Executive Intern role at a Target store in Concord, CA. You will lead a retail team, mentor associates, and drive guest experience while learning store leadership and financial performance.

You will spend time on the sales floor and backroom, lead daily huddles, and partner with leaders on performance coaching and development activities.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, holidays and peak times.
• Interest in retail management with leadership aspirations.
• Ability to learn and adapt to current technology needs.
• Excellent communication and guest service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead a retail team within a Target store as a Stores Executive Intern and gain hands-on leadership experience.
• Drive guest experience and impact store performance across financial, team and operations areas.
• Lead daily huddles, coach team members, and plan daily goals and priorities.
• Collaborate with managers to understand retail business and leadership roles.

Skills

Guest interaction

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Flexibility

Leadership potential

Cash handling

Attention to detail

Reliability

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Lead a retail team within a Target store as a Stores Executive Intern, gaining hands-on experience in 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 and have opportunities to lead mentor’s departments.
• Lead and motivate a team, drive sales results, merchandise products, and provide exceptional guest service.
• Engage in ongoing development conversations focused on your growth.
• Support daily operations by building culture and guiding the team to achieve goals.
• 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, training, and feedback.
• Address team member concerns to ensure smooth operations and goal attainment.
• Lead daily huddles and plan daily goals and organizational plans.
• Review business reports and guest insights to identify and address opportunities.
• Provide new ideas and recommend solutions to business or team challenges.
• Commit to learning Target’s leadership expectations and actively participate in training and development activities.
• Demonstrate ethical conduct, safety, compliance, and foster an inclusive, equitable, safe, and secure culture.
• 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:

• Enjoyment in interacting and helping others, including guests and team members.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-moving, physically demanding role requiring teamwork, flexibility, and creative problem solving.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping times.
• Previous retail experience preferred but not required.
• Strong interest in retail management within stores.
• Leadership skills and team-oriented thinking.
• Ability to learn and adapt to current technology needs.
• Capability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective workload management and task prioritization skills.
• Welcoming and helpful attitude with effective communication skills.
• Ability to access all areas of the building to respond to issues.
• Ability to interpret instructions, reports, and information.
• Capability to accurately handle cash register operations as needed.
• Physical ability to climb ladders and handle merchandise safely, including lifting up to 44 pounds.
• Proficiency in using communication devices and technology equipment as directed.
• Reliable and prompt attendance with flexibility for varied work hours.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay of $27.00.
• Comprehensive health benefits for eligible team members and dependents, including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Employee discount.
• Short term and long term disability coverage.
• Paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation.

Training & Development

The internship provides valuable training to develop leadership skills, including mentorship from Executive Team Leads, ongoing development conversations, and participation in program training activities and events.

Career Progression

This internship offers a realistic preview of the Executive Team Leader (Assistant Store Manager) role, providing skills and experience in guest service, retail business fundamentals, team management, recruiting, and talent management.