Current Interns Only - Assets Protection ETL- G394 Summer 2024 Intern

Target

Jul 2

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Business, Operations & Strategy
Atlanta

Requirements

We might be a great match if:
Working in a fun and energetic environment makes you excited…. We work efficiently and as a team to deliver for our guests
Providing service to our guests that makes them say I LOVE TARGET! excites you…. That’s why we love working at Target
Leading teams who are stocking, setting and selling Target product sounds like your thing… That’s the core of what we do
You aren’t looking for Monday thru Friday job where you are at a computer all day… We are busy all day (especially on the weekends), making it easy for the guest to feel welcomed, inspired and rewarded
The good news is that we have some amazing training that will help teach you everything you need to know to be an Executive Team Leader of Assets Protection. But, there are a few skills you should have from the get-go:
4 year degree or equivalent experience
Meet any state or local licensure and/or other legal requirements related to the position
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Strong business acumen
Comfortable dealing with ambiguity
Manage conflict, lead and hold others accountable
Relate well with and interact with all levels of the organization
Strong cognitive skills, including problem analysis, decision making, financial and quantitative analysis
Learn and adapt to current technology needs
Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently
We are an awesome place to work and care about our teams, so we want to make sure we are clear on a few more basics that we expect:
Access all areas of the building to respond to guest or team member issues
Interpret instructions, reports and information
Apprehend subjects in accordance with company policy
Scan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 40 pounds
Climb up and down ladders
Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends and holidays) and regular attendance necessary

Responsibilities

At Target, we believe in our team members having meaningful experiences that help them build and develop skills for a career. The role of an Executive Team Leader- Assets Protection can provide you with the:
Experience managing a safe and secure culture, including crisis response, a strong safety environment and crowd management planning and providing support to both guests and team members
Experience in creating strategic AP strategies and goals and delivering results through your team
Experience identifying strategic resolutions of external theft and fraud and apprehending individuals attempting to cause a loss, in accordance with Target policy
Experience managing the identification and resolution of internal investigations
Skills in recruiting, selecting and talent management of hourly team members and leaders
As an Executive Team Leader-Assets Protection, no two days are ever the same, but a typical day will most likely include the following responsibilities:
Drive total store sales and increase profitability by ensuring product is in stock and available to our guests
Manage, influence and validate a safe and secure culture by driving physical security and safety processes; lead store response and emergency crisis situations and create plans for in-store events
Educate store leaders and teams on emergency preparedness and physical security procedures
Identify shortage risks in key divisions and develop a strategy and tactics that will reduce shortage and drive profitable sales
Act as a key resource for company initiatives for AP team leaders in your district/market
Lead investigative and verbal de-escalation classroom trainings; facilitate other trainings as needed for your AP team, store or district
Maintain all required training
Manage the identification and resolution of internal investigations; complete internal interviews for your store and nearby stores at the discretion of your leader
Anticipate and identify theft and shortage trends in your store and develop proactive strategies to prevent shortage and theft
Determine operational shortage priorities; educate and influence store teams on these priorities
Manage the prevention, identification and resolution of external theft incidents and investigations
Work a schedule that aligns to guest and business needs based on safe and secure and theft patterns (this includes early morning/overnight shifts, evening and weekends)
Build partnerships to identify market trends and competition strategies; leverage guest insights and feedback to drive the business and be the destination of choice for our guests
Build a close partnership with Store Director
Develop, schedule and deploy resources based on safe and secure and theft trends
Plan, lead and follow-up on organizational and operational change
Establish a culture of accountability through clear expectations and performance management
Anticipate staffing needs, talent plan and recruit – both long and short term
Support the onboarding and development of AP Team Leaders in your district/market
Develop, coach and lead your team members and Team Leaders (if applicable) to elevate their skills and expertise
Create, communicate, influence and educate AP priorities (including shortage priorities) to your team, peers and store teams
Create and model the safety culture in store by recognizing safe behaviors and identifying and resolving safety hazards and unsafe behaviors; investigate injuries that occur to determine root cause and resolved through appropriate action plans and partnerships
Act as first responder for in-store incidents (e.g., security, weather, etc.)
Provide service and a shopping experience that meets the needs of the guest
Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias
As a key carrier, follow all safe and secure training and processes
All other duties based on business needs

FAQs

What is the primary function of the Assets Protection (AP) team?

The primary function of the Assets Protection (AP) team is to keep our guests, team, and brand safe and secure, as well as lead through crisis events.

What does the Assets Protection team do to protect profitable sales?

The Assets Protection team mitigates shortage risks, prevents, investigates, and resolves theft and fraud to ensure product is available for our guests.

What is the role of an Assets Protection ETL intern?

As an Assets Protection ETL intern, you will assist the AP team in protecting profitable sales by helping to mitigate shortage risks, prevent theft and fraud, and ensure product availability for our guests.

How does the Assets Protection team work to prevent theft and fraud?

The Assets Protection team works to prevent theft and fraud by implementing strategies, conducting investigations, and taking action to mitigate risks and losses.

What skills or qualities are important for an Assets Protection ETL intern to have?

Important skills and qualities for an Assets Protection ETL intern include strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, analytical skills, and a commitment to keeping guests and team members safe and secure.

Target

This

Retail & Consumer Goods

Industry

10,001+

Employees

Mission & Purpose

Target is one of the world’s most recognized brands and one of America’s leading retailers. We make Target our guests’ preferred shopping destination by offering outstanding value, inspiration, innovation and an exceptional guest experience that no other retailer can deliver. Target is committed to responsible corporate citizenship, ethical business practices, environmental stewardship and generous community support. Since 1946, we have given 5 percent of our profits back to our communities. Our goal is to work as one team to fulfill our unique brand promise to our guests, wherever and whenever they choose to shop.