Retail Store Management Internship Summer 2027 - Raleigh/Durham

CVS Health • Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

This paid 10-week internship offers college students hands-on experience in retail management at a Fortune 6 health care company. 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 internship also provides 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 customer service and store operations, including merchandise handling, inventory management, and stocking, particularly during busy shopping periods such as evenings and weekends. The internship is based in the Raleigh/Durham area; relocation assistance is not offered. The role pays $20–$22 per hour. The position is full-time and eligible for benefits, subject to eligibility.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an associate or bachelor's degree program, with an expected degree date 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 customer-facing and operational activities, including merchandise handling, inventory management, and stocking.
• Help meet customer needs during busy shopping periods, including evenings and weekends.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, subject to eligibility.
• Paid time off, subject to eligibility.
• Retirement savings options, subject to eligibility.
• Wellness programs and other resources, subject to eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree