Retail Management Intern

Meijer

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

Posted 11/2/2026internshipGrand Rapids • Michigan • United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership capabilities through mentoring and coaching team members while driving store sales and improving customer service. Possesses the ability to analyze financial information and manage multiple tasks effectively in a retail environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Leadership ExperienceCustomer FocusRetail KnowledgeFinancial AnalysisTeam Management

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Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationRelationship BuildingMentoringCoachingProblem Solving

Industry Keywords

RetailStore OperationsSales ManagementP&L ResultsCustomer ServiceShrink Management

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, leadership competency, professional development, and training
Interact with fellow interns and Meijer senior leaders
Work 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
Mentor and coach team members, including onboarding new team members and supporting required training
Improve customer service and drive store sales while meeting customer needs
Support department sales, shrink management, and P&L results
Maintain store appearance, product presentation, and company standards
Spend most of the time in the store communicating with customers and team members
Promote a safe work environment
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 internal and external customer expectations
Ability to create positive working relationships with customers, team members, leadership, and other 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