Retail Store Management Internship Summer 2027 - Central, GA

CVS Health•Macon, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a paid 10-week internship program focused on retail management within a Fortune 6 company revolutionizing health care. The program aims to immerse interns in the fast-paced world of retail management, contributing to the mission of becoming the most consumer-centric health care company. Interns will gain hands-on experience leading a retail team, engaging with customers, and learning day-to-day store operations. They will work with Store Managers and District Leaders to develop leadership skills, learn retail management best practices, and gain exposure to the broader organization through market travel. A key component is completing a business-focused project addressing a real business opportunity and presenting findings to leadership. The internship will cover motivating and managing store teams, analyzing business performance, and understanding the impact of operational and strategic decisions on customer satisfaction and store results. Interns will support operational activities like merchandise handling, inventory management, and stocking, while helping the store meet customer needs during busy periods, including evenings and weekends. The experience is designed to be rewarding and impactful, offering valuable real-world exposure to retail operations.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an associate or bachelor's degree program.
Expect to receive their degree (associate or bachelor) between May 2027 and May 2028.
Available to work 35 hours per week for the full 10-week program.
Available to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, and weekends.
1-3 years of customer service experience in a fast-paced work environment such as retail, food service, hospitality etc.
Effective communication, problem solving, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

Nice To Haves

Previous leadership, supervisory, or managerial experience is highly desired.
Must be interested in pursuing a career in retail store management.
Desired majors are Business Management /Administration, Hospitality, Entrepreneurship, Retail Studies, General Business.

Responsibilities

Gain hands-on experience leading a retail team.
Engage directly with customers.
Learn the day-to-day operations of a successful store.
Develop leadership skills.
Learn retail management best practices.
Gain exposure to the broader organization through market travel experiences.
Complete a business-focused project that addresses a real business opportunity and present findings and recommendations to leadership.
Learn how to motivate and manage a store team.
Analyze business performance.
Understand how operational and strategic decisions impact both customer satisfaction and store results.
Support a range of operational activities, including merchandise handling, inventory management, and stocking.
Help the store meet the needs of customers during busy shopping periods, including evenings and weekends.