Retail Management Intern

Meijer

. Participate in Meijer’s 11-week Store Leadership Internship program .

Posted 11/4/2026internshipOkemos • Michigan • United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership capabilities through team supervision and mentoring while delivering exceptional customer service. Possesses analytical skills for financial decision-making and a passion for retail management.

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Leadership ExperienceCustomer Service ExcellenceFinancial AnalysisTeam ManagementRetail Knowledge

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Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationRelationship BuildingTask ManagementMentoringCoaching

Industry Keywords

RetailStore OperationsP&L ManagementShrink ManagementCustomer Focus

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in Meijer’s 11-week Store Leadership Internship program
Deliver innovative solutions through challenging projects that impact the business
Receive retail knowledge and leadership competency training
Apply learned skills as an Intern Team Leader in the second half of the internship
Plan, direct, and supervise team members in day-to-day store operations across various departments
Support department sales, shrink management, and P&L management
Model and deliver exceptional, fast, and friendly customer service
Mentor and coach team members, including onboarding new team members and supporting required training
Communicate with customers and team members to ensure exceptional service
Maintain store appearance, product presentation, and company standards
Promote a safe work environment
Deliver final presentations to senior executives and participate in speaker, networking, and community events
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program
Ability to work flexible shifts, including some nights and/or weekends
Prior retail experience preferred, but not required
Past leadership responsibilities in work or extracurricular activities strongly preferred
Passion for retail and desire to enter a career in store leadership
Drive for results and focus on the bottom line
Customer focus and dedication to meeting expectations of internal and external customers
Ability to create positive working relationships with customers, team members, leadership, and other internal and external constituencies
Ability to manage multiple tasks
Ability to analyze financial information and/or other data to make informed decisions
Effective communication and ability to adjust communication style for clear direction and understanding
Reliable and consistent attendance required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Weekly pay
Scheduling flexibility
Paid parental leave
Paid education assistance
Team member discount
Development programs for advancement and career growth
Challenging and impactful projects
Final presentations delivered to senior executives
Executive speaker series
Professional development and training opportunities
Networking and community events
Intern roadshow highlighting key areas of the business