Summer Store Management Internship 2027

UNIQLO; New York (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee merchandise discount

Commuter benefits accounts

Sick leave policy

Paid holidays

401K with employer matching

Job summary

UNIQLO Store Management Internship invites students to join our sales floor team for an immersive summer experience in New York. You will support store operations, assist customers, and contribute to merchandising and daily activities alongside our full-time staff.

Eligible interns will gain exposure to management tracks, participate in a capstone project, and have a pathway to our leadership development program. Orientation is in NYC, with opportunities to advance within UNIQLO.

Qualifications

• Enrolled undergraduate or graduate student
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Available for in-person orientation in NYC during first week
• Capable of 30 hours/week in-store
• Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends
• Knowledge of UNIQLO stores and products
• Previous retail or hospitality experience preferred
• Strong leadership and teamwork experience
• Basic retail math and sales analysis
• Strong presentation skills for end-of-program project

Responsibilities

• Work on the sales floor assisting with customer service and merchandising
• Serve as Manager on Duty during shifts to lead store operations
• Gain insight into retail operations and consumer impact
• Collaborate on a project to improve store operations or customer experience
• Present end-of-term project to leadership

Skills

Retail experience

Customer service

Leadership potential

Public speaking

Teamwork

Microsoft Office suite

Flexibility in schedule

Attention to detail

Education

Enrolled at accredited college/university

Tools

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Teams

Word

SharePoint

Job description

Department

UNIQLO Retail Stores

Reporting to

Store Management and University Recruiters

Start

May 31, 2027 – August 6, 2027

Duration

approximately 10 weeks

Salary

$25/hour

Benefits

Part‑Time, hourly position: The Company provides:

• Employee merchandise discount
• Commuter benefits accounts
• 9 days of sick leave per calendar year, pro‑rated based on hire date;
• Paid holidays that fall within the internship and 1.5 times the employee’s regular rate for all hours worked on stated holidays
• 401K (with employer matching)

Stipend

$600 per month for months June & July (for all locations)

Please note relocation and housing are not provided. Interns are responsible for securing and funding their own housing and transportation during the program.

Class Size

25

Locations

TBD

Overview

Join us on the sales floor! The UNIQLO Store Management Internship is a hands‑on learning experience designed for students who are passionate about retail, leadership, and making an impact in a fast‑paced environment. As a store intern, you’ll work directly on the retail sales floor, supporting store operations and developing leadership skills alongside our full‑time team.

This internship is a steppingstone towards a long‑term career with UNIQLO. Top‑performing interns will be considered for our UNIQLO Management Candidate (UMC) Program—a full‑time leadership development track designed to fast‑track your career in store management.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Work on the sales floor alongside store staff, assisting with customer service, product merchandising, and daily store operations
• Serve as Manager on Duty during shifts, helping lead store operations and motivate the team toward daily KPIs
• See the behind the scenes of our retail business and how it impacts the consumers
• Collaborate on a project focused on improving store operations or customer experience, to be presented to company leaders at the end of the internship

End of Term Project

You will focus approximately 20% of your time on a unique project that tackles an opportunity or area of improvement at your specific store location. Examples of past projects include: improving app downloads, increasing internal employee morale, increasing brand awareness of UNIQLO projects to customers, and more. At the end of the program, you will present your results and findings to our store and corporate leaders!

Anticipated Career Path

• Store Management Intern
• UNIQLO Management Candidate (UMC)
• Assistant Store Manager
• Store Manager
• Area Manager

Required Qualifications

• Enrolled at an accredited college or university for an undergraduate or graduate degree, sophomore or above in graduation date (i.e. graduating in Fall Spring 2027/2028 or later from a graduate program)
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now and in the future.
• Available to join in-person orientation at our New York City office the first week of the program. Travel and costs covered in accordance with company policy, depending on distance.
• Ability to work minimum 30 hours/week in-stores
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that meets business needs, including evenings and weekends
• Knowledge of UNIQLO’s stores and products.
• Previous retail, hospitality, or food/beverage experience (ie customer facing roles).
• Strong leadership and teamwork experience. Strong interest working in retail, specifically as a future store manager
• Basic experience using Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, Word, and SharePoint.
• Attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to prioritize
• Ability to calculate basic retail math and analyze sales results
• Strong public speaking and project presentation skills, as interns will complete and present an end‑of‑program project to leadership.
• Ability to advocate and problem solve independently. Proactive in group conversations.

Physical Demands

This position involves constant moving, talking, hearing, reaching, and standing. Involves standing for at least two consecutive hours. Involves lifting at least 30 lbs. May occasionally involve stooping, kneeling, crouching, and