Intern - Area Leader

7-Eleven • New Brunswick, NJ

3d • $8 - $19

About The Position

7-Eleven is seeking a motivated Field Operations Intern to apply managerial knowledge and principles in a real-world setting. This paid summer internship introduces interns to the fast-paced work environment of 7-Eleven through four program segments, with exposure to multiple facets of the business and a culminating project presentation. Interns interact with Franchisees, Store Leaders, Area Leaders, Market Leaders, and Operations Support teams. The opportunity is intended for undergraduate or graduate students pursuing a career at 7-Eleven.

The program includes an orientation at the Store Support Center in Irving, Texas, an in-store experience, virtual classroom training, shadowing an Area Leader, and a project focused on sales and gross profit through merchandising principles and execution. Interns present a case study covering key project learnings.

Requirements

• Strong interest in working in retail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Basic understanding of retail and management principles.
• Ability to manage several tasks simultaneously, stay organized, and focus on details.

Nice To Haves

• Rising junior, rising senior, or graduate class standing.
• GPA of 3.0 or above.

Responsibilities

• Attend an orientation at the Store Support Center in Irving, Texas, covering 7-Eleven’s history, culture, strategy, and structure.
• Complete a 2–3 week in-store experience to learn the company’s operational standards, policies, and procedures.
• Attend one week of virtual classroom training on the Area Leader role and responsibilities and foundational merchandising principles.
• Shadow an Area Leader and learn how to support and consult store operators to help increase sales and generate more gross profit.
• Complete a project assignment focused on building sales and gross profit through effective merchandising principles and execution.
• Present a case study on key learnings from the project assignment.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed