Retail Management Intern East Detroit-Summer 2027

Meijer•Utica, MI

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Meijer’s 11-week Store Leadership Internship is an experiential program for students currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program who are considering a career in retail leadership. The program combines retail and leadership training with exposure to store operations, professional development, and opportunities to interact with fellow interns and senior leaders. Program activities include challenging business projects, final presentations to senior executives, an executive speaker series, training, networking and community events, and a roadshow highlighting key areas of the business. During the first half of the internship, participants develop foundational retail knowledge and leadership competencies. During the second half, they apply what they have learned in an official Intern Team Leader role, with responsibility for business results, team member engagement, and customer experience. Intern Team Leaders plan, direct, and supervise day-to-day operations in various store departments, coach and mentor team members, support customer service and sales, and maintain the store’s appearance and company standards. The role requires schedule flexibility, including some nights and/or weekends. Conversion to a full-time position after the internship depends on the intern’s interest, performance, and leadership potential.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program.
Ability to work flexible shifts to gain exposure to the full operation of the store.
Passion for retail and a desire to pursue 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 internal and external constituencies.
Ability to manage multiple tasks.
Ability to analyze financial information and/or other data to make informed decisions.
Effective communication skills, including the ability to adjust communication style to ensure clear direction and understanding.

Nice To Haves

Prior retail experience is preferred but not required.
Past leadership responsibilities in work or extracurricular activities are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, direct, and supervise team members in the day-to-day operations of various store departments.
Provide courteous, friendly, and efficient service to customers and team members.
Support the department in achieving sales, maintaining shrink, and managing the P&L.
Model exceptional, fast, and friendly customer service.
Mentor and coach team members to exceed customer service and sales goals and maintain Meijer standards.
Mentor and coach new department team members and help ensure they are onboarded and complete required training.
Spend most of the time in the store communicating with customers and team members to support exceptional service.
Promote a safe work environment.
Maintain store appearance, product presentation, and company standards, with a focus on prime shopping hours.
Maintain reliable and consistent attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned.