Strategy - Internship (New York)

Macy's • Danbury, CT

256d

About The Position

Be part of an amazing story. Macy's is more than just a store. We're a story. One that's captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditions…about inspiring stores and irresistible products…about the excitement of the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks, and the wonder of the Thanksgiving Day Parade. We've been part of memorable moments and milestones for countless customers and colleagues. Those stories are part of what makes this such a special place to work. The Corporate Strategy & Continuous Improvement teams are in-house consulting groups responsible for developing strategies and identifying white space opportunities that drive top and bottom-line financial results. Applying analytical rigor and structured problem-solving, the Corporate Strategy & Continuous Improvement groups engage with business leaders across core retail functions in strategic problem solving for critical business problems. The 10-week MBA internship program provides a unique opportunity for students with an interest in Strategy and Retail to work on the most important and ambiguous challenges Macy's is facing during this transformational time in retail, while gaining exposure to executive leadership. The Corporate Strategy & Continuous Improvement Intern is assigned to a people leader in Strategy or Continuous Improvement who guides their development throughout the summer. They work on a well-defined project with strategic importance to Macy's, culminating in a final presentation. The internship concludes with feedback, and successful interns are offered opportunities to explore full-time positions.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an MBA program.
• Strong record of extracurricular activity, professional accomplishment and leadership.
• Professional work experience.
• Knowledge and interest in retail, technology, and innovation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply analytical skills and problem-solving rigor to address strategic business challenges.
• Evaluate new and innovative concepts and approaches.
• Synthesize critical insights to develop actionable recommendations.
• Build trusting relationships with key stakeholders across various functions.
• Lead cross-functional teams independently in both strategy development and project execution.
• Collaborate with other teams within the broader Strategic Continuous Improvement group.
• Influence stakeholders across functions effectively, even without formal reporting lines.
• Develop and deliver executive-level presentations.
• Collaborate with the Continuous Improvement management team to identify and assess new strategic opportunities.
• Facilitate analysis and brainstorming sessions for new initiatives.
• Coordinate the evaluation of potential Continuous Improvement ideas.
• Oversee the launch of new initiatives, ensuring coordination among stakeholders.
• Cultivate strong cross-functional relationships to identify and address potential risks.
• Manage project execution of new initiatives from concept development to pilot and execution stages.

Benefits

• Merchandise discounts
• Continuous learning and leadership development opportunities
• Community building through Colleague Resource Groups
• Volunteer opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: General Merchandise Retailers
• Education Level: Master's degree