Retail Store Management Internship Summer 2027 - Texas - Austin
About The Position
This paid 10-week internship provides hands-on experience in retail management at a store in Austin, Texas. Interns work alongside Store Managers and District Leaders to develop leadership skills, learn retail management practices, and gain exposure to the broader organization through market travel. They complete a business-focused project addressing a real business opportunity and present findings and recommendations to leadership. The role offers experience motivating and managing a store team, analyzing business performance, and understanding how operational and strategic decisions affect customer satisfaction and store results. Interns support store operations, including merchandise handling, inventory management, and stocking, and help serve customers during busy shopping periods, including evenings and weekends. The internship is 35 hours per week for 10 weeks on a flexible schedule.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an associate or bachelor's degree program, with expected graduation between May 2027 and May 2028.
- Available to work 35 hours per week for the full 10-week program on a flexible schedule that includes days, evenings, and weekends.
- 1–3 years of customer service experience in a fast-paced environment such as retail, food service, or hospitality.
- Effective communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
- Interest in pursuing a career in retail store management.
Nice To Haves
- Previous leadership, supervisory, or managerial experience is highly desired.
- Desired majors include Business Management/Administration, Hospitality, Entrepreneurship, Retail Studies, or General Business.
Responsibilities
- Gain hands-on experience leading a retail team and engaging directly with customers.
- Learn day-to-day store operations and retail management best practices alongside Store Managers and District Leaders.
- Participate in market travel experiences to gain exposure to the broader organization.
- Complete a business-focused project addressing a real business opportunity and present findings and recommendations to leadership.
- Learn to motivate and manage a store team and analyze business performance.
- Support merchandise handling, inventory management, and stocking.
- Help the store meet customer needs during busy shopping periods, including evenings and weekends.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage, based on eligibility.
- Paid time off, based on eligibility.
- Retirement savings options, based on eligibility.
- Wellness programs and other resources, based on eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
