Retail Management Intern Mt Pleasant- Summer 2027

Meijer•Mount Pleasant, MI

About The Position

Meijer’s 11-week Store Leadership Internship is designed for students enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program who are considering a career in retail leadership. The program combines challenging business projects with personal and professional development, training, networking, and interaction with other interns and senior leaders. Interns deliver a final presentation to senior executives and take part in an executive speaker series, community events, and an intern roadshow highlighting key areas of the business. The internship builds foundational retail knowledge and leadership competencies. In the second half of the program, participants serve in an official Intern Team Leader role, applying what they have learned while taking responsibility for business results, team member engagement, and customer experience. Intern Team Leaders plan, direct, and supervise day-to-day store operations across departments; coach and mentor team members; support customer service and sales; and help maintain store appearance and company standards. The role requires schedule flexibility, including some nights and/or weekends. Conversion to full-time employment 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 desire to pursue a career in store leadership.
Drive for results and focus on the bottom line.
Customer focus and dedication to meeting the expectations of internal and external customers.
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 adjusting communication style to ensure clear direction and understanding.
Reliable and consistent attendance.

Nice To Haves

Prior retail experience.
Past leadership responsibilities in work or extracurricular activities.

Responsibilities

Provide courteous, friendly, and efficient service to customers and team members, supporting a positive company image.
Support the department in achieving sales goals, maintaining shrink, and managing the profit and loss.
Model exceptional, fast, and friendly customer service.
Mentor and coach team members to exceed customer service and sales goals and maintain Meijer standards.
Help onboard new department team members and ensure they complete required training.
Spend most of the work 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.