Retail Store Management Internship Summer 2027 - Washington DC

CVS Health • Arlington, DC

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About The Position

This paid, 10-week internship offers college students hands-on exposure to retail management at a Fortune 6 health care company. Interns lead and support a retail team, engage with customers, learn store operations and retail management practices, and work alongside Store Managers and District Leaders. The program also includes market travel experiences and a business-focused project addressing a real business opportunity, with findings and recommendations presented to leadership.

Interns learn to motivate and manage a store team, analyze business performance, and understand how operational and strategic decisions affect customer satisfaction and store results. They support operational activities such as merchandise handling, inventory management, and stocking, helping meet customer needs during busy periods, including evenings and weekends. Candidates must be currently enrolled in an associate or bachelor’s degree program and expect to graduate between May 2027 and May 2028. The internship requires 35 hours per week for the full 10 weeks on a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, and weekends. Relocation assistance is not offered.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an associate or bachelor’s degree program.
• Expected to receive an associate or bachelor’s degree between May 2027 and May 2028.
• Available to work 35 hours per week for the full 10-week program on a flexible schedule, including 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

• Lead and support a retail team while gaining hands-on experience in store operations.
• Engage directly with customers and help meet their needs during busy shopping periods.
• Work alongside Store Managers and District Leaders to learn retail management practices.
• 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.
• Participate in market travel experiences.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, based on eligibility.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement savings options.
• Wellness programs.
• Other resources supporting colleagues’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being, based on eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree