Store Leadership Internship: Fast-Track to Retail Leadership

Meijer Inc.; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Scheduling flexibility

Paid education assistance

Development programs for advancement

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Meijer Inc. is offering a Store Leadership Internship designed for students currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program, with exposure to the full operation of a Meijer store.

The internship emphasizes leadership development, mentorship, and hands-on experience in driving store performance and customer satisfaction. You will participate in challenging projects, leadership rotations, and development programs that aim to prepare interns for future full-time store leadership roles.

Qualifications

• Ability to work flexible shifts to gain exposure to the full operation of the store.
• Prior retail experience is preferred, but not required.
• Past leadership responsibilities in work or extracurricular activities strongly preferred.
• Passion for retail and a desire to enter a career in store leadership.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs and supervises team members in the day-to-day operations within various departments of the store.
• Serves as the mentor and coach for all team members.
• Promotes a safe work environment.
• Supports department in achieving sales, maintaining shrink, and managing the P&L.
• Models exceptional, fast and friendly customer service.
• Mentors and coaches team members to exceed customer service and sales goals.
• Ensures onboarding and required training for new team members.
• Spends majority of time in-store communicating with customers and team members.

Skills

Flexible shifts

Retail experience

Leadership experience

Customer focus

Communication

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree student

Job description

Meijer Inc. is offering a Store Leadership Internship designed for students currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program, with exposure to the full operation of a Meijer store.

The internship emphasizes leadership development, mentorship, and hands-on experience in driving store performance and customer satisfaction. You will participate in challenging projects, leadership rotations, and development programs that aim to prepare interns for future full-time store leadership roles.