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Store Executive Intern (Store Leadership Intern) - West Cleveland, OH (Starting Summer 2025)

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Target

15d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Sales & Business Development
    People, HR & Administration
  • Cleveland
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You should have a strong interest in retail, leadership skills, effective communication, and adaptability to technology. Flexibility in scheduling and the ability to handle merchandise is essential.
  • You will lead the team on daily priorities, support leaders, coach team members, ensure guest experience, and foster a safe, inclusive culture while developing your business acumen.

Requirements

  • - Previous retail experience preferred, but not required
  • - Strong interest in working in retail, specifically within our stores in management
  • - Leadership skills and team-oriented thinking
  • - Learn and adapt to current technology needs
  • - Work independently and as part of a team
  • - Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently
  • - Welcoming and helpful attitude
  • - Effective communication skills
  • - Access all areas of the building to respond to guest or team member issues
  • - Interpret instructions, reports, and information
  • - Accurately handle cash register operations as needed
  • - Climb up and down ladders as needed
  • - Scan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 10 pounds and occasionally moving merchandise up to 40 pounds
  • - Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners, and other technology equipment as directed
  • - Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends and holidays); reliable and prompt and regular attendance necessary

Responsibilities

  • - Spending time on the store salesfloor and backroom leading amongst team members and aligning the team on daily business priorities
  • - Working alongside your Executive Team Lead (ETL) mentor and other leaders in the building to gain an understanding of their roles
  • - Leading through daily priorities (stocking shelves, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment that’s inviting to guests, helping build displays within the store, etc.)
  • - Partnering with leaders regarding team member performance by teaching, coaching, training, and delivering timely performance feedback
  • - Addressing team member concerns and removing hurdles to ensure smooth operations and goal attainment
  • - Leading/presenting at daily huddles with peer/leadership team
  • - Planning daily goals and organize plans within the building
  • - Providing summary of results and priorities with peer/leadership team
  • - Working with store leaders each day to set goals and expectations
  • - Understanding business reporting and guest insights to understand, troubleshoot and follow up on opportunity areas
  • - Delivering an exceptional guest experience by ensuring team members are knowledgeable and empowered to make it right for guests
  • - Providing new ideas and recommend solutions to business or team opportunities
  • - Taking the initiative to learn how to be a Target leader by seeking out opportunities for growth and development; continuously learn throughout the internship experience
  • - Commit to learning Target’s expectations of leaders and use them to personally develop by asking questions and seeking feedback
  • - Actively participate in internship program training activities, developmental opportunities and events
  • - Demonstrate a willingness to take risks; step out of comfort zone and take on new assignments
  • - Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance; lead the team to work in the same way and hold others accountable to this commitment
  • - Work in a safe manner at all times to benefit yourself and others; identify and correct hazards; comply with all safety policies and best practices
  • - Foster an inclusive, diverse, safe, and secure culture
  • - Carry out principal duties and responsibilities by the department
  • - Gain an understanding of all business areas to develop business acumen

FAQs

What is the pay range for the Store Executive Intern position?

The pay range per hour is $24.00 to $25.00, based on several factors including labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications.

What benefits does Target offer to its team members?

Target offers eligible team members comprehensive health benefits including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance. Additionally, benefits may include a 401(k), employee discount, short-term and long-term disability, paid sick leave, national holidays, and paid vacation.

What does the Stores Executive Leadership Internship entail?

The Stores Executive Leadership Internship is a paid 40 hr/week hands-on training program designed to provide a realistic preview of the Executive Team Leader role (Assistant Store Manager) within a Target store.

What will I learn during the internship?

Interns will learn about driving guest experience, managing a retail team, retail business fundamentals, and developing leadership skills through hands-on experience in various areas of store operations.

Is previous retail experience required for this internship?

Previous retail experience is preferred but not required. A strong interest in retail management is essential.

What are the typical responsibilities of a Stores Executive Intern?

Responsibilities include leading the team on the sales floor, working alongside a mentor, addressing team member concerns, setting goals, and ensuring an exceptional guest experience.

Will I have a mentor during the internship?

Yes, you will work alongside an Executive Team Lead (ETL) mentor and other leaders in the store to gain valuable insights about their roles and the overall management of the store.

What is the expected work schedule for this position?

A flexible work schedule is required, which includes nights, weekends, and holidays.

Are there any physical requirements for this internship?

Yes, the role requires the ability to lift or move merchandise up to 40 pounds, climb ladders, and communicate using various technology equipment as directed.

What kind of skills is Target looking for in candidates for this internship?

Target is looking for candidates with strong leadership skills, team-oriented thinking, effective communication abilities, and a welcoming attitude, along with a willingness to learn and adapt.

Target

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.