Fall 2026 Retail Operations (Energy) Intern

Kroger•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

The Kroger Summer Internship Program is a 15-week immersive experience that offers students an opportunity to grow their careers through a variety of focused internship assignments. Rotation dates: (August 17 - December 4). Our program offers competitive pay, hands-on learning experiences, company exposure to senior leaders, and professional development opportunities. Spend your summer leading projects, refining your professional skills, working alongside industry leaders, and connecting with other students from across the country. Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with Kroger Co (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status).

Requirements

Minimum Open to all majors, must be actively pursuing a degree at an accredited college or university with a preferred GPA of 3.0
Applicants must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with Kroger Co (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status)
Highly motivated student with the desire to take initiative on their own work
Highly motivated with strong leadership skills and the ability to work in groups or independently
Accuracy and attention to detail with the ability to preserve confidentiality of information
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to present information to various levels of the organization
Managing multiple priorities between school, work or extra-curricular activities
Responds to change as a positive challenge
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
Significant level of multi-tasking

Nice To Haves

Ability to analyze and interpret information and apply to business needs
Commitment to providing customer service
Involvement in leadership and community activities
Background in data analysis
Coursework and/or practical experience

Responsibilities

Assist with data collection, analysis, and reporting to support business and operational initiatives.
Research industry trends, new technologies, products, and best practices to support energy reduction project development and decision-making.
Maintain project trackers, databases, and documentation to ensure information is accurate and up to date.
Prepare reports, presentations, and summaries for internal stakeholders.
Support cross-functional projects by gathering information, tracking progress, and coordinating deliverables.
Analyze data, identify key findings, and communicate recommendations to team members.
Respond to requests for information, support materials, and project updates in a timely manner.
Participate in team meetings and provide updates on assigned projects and tasks.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting, and overall team efficiency.
Complete and present a cumulative presentation summarizing internship accomplishments and key learnings.