Stores Executive Internship (Store Leadership Intern) - Omaha, NE (Starting Summer 2027)

NWU; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 29,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Employee discount

Job summary

Target internship in Omaha, NE invites you to lead a retail team within a Target store, 40 hours per week, mentored to prepare you for store leadership. Collaborate with managers and teammates to understand Target’s retail business and excel in a management role, driving guest experience and store performance.

You will gain hands-on exposure to daily operations, coaching, scheduling, sales, merchandising, and guest service.

Qualifications

• Enjoy helping guests and team members.
• Ability to thrive in fast-moving, physically demanding role.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, holidays.
• Previous retail experience preferred but not required.
• Interest in retail management within Target stores.

Responsibilities

• Lead a retail team within a Target store as part of a paid 40-hour/week internship program preparing you for store leadership.
• Work closely with managers and team members to understand Target’s retail business and excel in a management role.
• Drive guest experience and impact store financial, team, and operational performance.
• Lead and motivate a team, drive sales results, merchandise products, and provide exceptional guest service.
• Lead daily huddles and plan daily goals and organizational plans.
• Review business reporting and guest insights to identify opportunities.
• Provide new ideas and recommend solutions to business or team opportunities.

Skills

Guest service

Leadership potential

Team player

Problem solving

Communication skills

Cash handling

Flexibility

Learning mindset

Retail technology

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

POS system

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 you for store leadership.
• Work closely with managers and team members to understand Target’s retail business and excel in a management role.
• 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 with guidance.
• 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 your 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 reporting and guest insights to identify and address opportunities.
• Deliver an exceptional guest experience by empowering team members.
• Provide new ideas and recommend solutions to business or team opportunities.
• Take initiative to learn leadership skills and seek growth opportunities throughout the internship.
• Demonstrate ethical conduct, safety, and compliance, and 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.

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 Target 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.
• Skill in managing workload and prioritizing tasks independently.
• Welcoming and helpful attitude with effective communication skills.
• Ability to access all areas of the building to respond to issues.
• Competence in interpreting instructions, reports, and information.
• Ability to accurately handle cash register operations as needed.
• Physical ability to climb ladders and safely handle merchandise up to 44 pounds.
• Proficiency in using multiple frequency communication devices and handheld scanners.
• Reliable and prompt attendance with flexibility in work schedule.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay range of $21.25 to $33.25, based on factors including position, labor markets, education, experience, and certifications.
• Comprehensive health benefits for eligible team members and dependents, including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance.
• Additional benefits such as 401(k), employee discount, short and long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation.