Store Operations Intern - New Store Openings & Projects

L.L.Bean Costa Rica; Freeport (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend eligibility

In‑office internship at Freeport HQ

Job summary

L.L.Bean is offering a Summer Internship in Retail Store Operations at our Freeport, Maine headquarters. The role focuses on supporting store development, NSOs, and process improvement across our 76-store network, including the flagship in Freeport.

The internship runs 9 weeks (June 1–July 31, 2027), requires four onsite days per week, and is based 32–36 hours per week, Monday to Thursday. Interns will work closely with cross-functional teams, develop tools and SOPs, and gain exposure to

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in a 4-year college or university degree program with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• Must have reliable transportation; role is in-person at Freeport HQ at least 4 days/week.
• Previous retail or customer service experience preferred.
• Passion for the outdoors and LLBean’s activities, outdoor apparel/gear interest.
• Strong attention to detail with project coordination, process improvement, and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support New Store Opening planning and execution, including schedules and travel logistics.
• Document and improve NSO processes for consistent store openings.
• Develop and maintain tools, SOPs, and resources for Store Operations.
• Provide project tracking and administrative support across stores.
• Collaborate with Store Design, Visual, Technology and Facilities teams.
• Assist with daily store operations and communications; on-site store visits as needed.
• Balance office work with hands-on execution and meetings; travel to stores as required.

Skills

Retail customer service

Strong communication

Organization

Time management

Willingness to travel

Education

Enrolled in a 4-year college/university with GPA ≥ 3.0

Job description

L.L.Bean is offering a Summer Internship in Retail Store Operations at our Freeport, Maine headquarters. The role focuses on supporting store development, NSOs, and process improvement across our 76-store network, including the flagship in Freeport.

The internship runs 9 weeks (June 1–July 31, 2027), requires four onsite days per week, and is based 32–36 hours per week, Monday to Thursday. Interns will work closely with cross-functional teams, develop tools and SOPs, and gain exposure to