Retail Management Intern Lansing- Summer 2027

Meijer•Okemos, MI

5d•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 challenging, impactful business projects with personal and professional development, training, networking, community events, an intern roadshow, an executive speaker series, and final presentations to senior executives. Interns also interact with fellow interns and Meijer senior leaders. The internship introduces participants to retail knowledge and leadership competencies and provides exposure to store leadership opportunities. During the second half of the program, interns apply what they have learned in an official Intern Team Leader role, with responsibility for business results, team member engagement, and customer experience. This role involves a flexible schedule that may include nights and weekends. Conversion to a full-time role after the internship depends on the intern’s interest, performance, and leadership potential. Interns who convert may participate in structured development programs and leadership rotations.

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 commitment to meeting internal and external customer expectations.
Ability to build 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 adapt communication style to provide 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.
Serve as a mentor and coach to team members.
Implement strategies to improve customer service and drive store sales while meeting customer needs efficiently.
Maintain store appearance, product presentation, and company standards, with a focus on prime shopping hours.
Provide courteous, friendly, and efficient service to customers and team members.
Support the department in achieving sales goals, maintaining shrink, and managing the P&L.
Model exceptional, fast, and friendly customer service.
Coach team members to exceed customer service and sales goals and maintain the area to Meijer standards.
Help onboard new department team members and ensure they complete required training.
Spend most of the working time in the store communicating with customers and team members to support exceptional service.
Promote a safe work environment.
Maintain reliable and consistent attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned.