Summer Internship 2026 - Total Rewards + Benefits

Five Below • Philadelphia, PA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

At Five Below our growth is a result of the people who embrace our purpose: We know life is way better when you are free to Let Go & Have Fun in an amazing experience, filled with unlimited possibilities, priced so low, you can always say yes to the newest, coolest stuff! Just ask any of our over 27,000 associates who work at Five Below and they’ll tell you there’s no other place like it. It all starts with our purpose and then, The Five Below Way, which is our values and behaviors that each and every associate believes in. It’s all about culture at Five Below, making this a place that can inspire you as much as you inspire us with big ideas, super energy, passion, and the ability to make the workplace a WOWplace! Five Below Summer Internship Program is ON! Our limited open positions for Summer 2026 focus on company strategic initiatives in the exciting environment of value-driven, fun-focused retail. We are seeking energetic, responsible go-getters with innovative ideas, ready to actively participate in company initiatives. We LOVE our interns! Our internship is curated to deliver a rich learning experience for both personal and professional growth. Our program is hands-on, engaging in meaningful work that directly contributes to the company’s missions and ultimate success. You are an active contributor and valued as a part of your team! Location Our alumni agree – we’ve got the magic balance of flexibility and immersion when our interns align with our HQ hybrid model. All applicants should plan to be in the Philadelphia area and have transportation/access to HQ (aka WowTown) throughout the entirety of the program. Internship Details 10 weeks: June 1st- August 7th Full time – 40 hours/wk Paid – $19.50/hr Hybrid model - Reporting into WowTown Tues-Thurs Hands on, results driven projects. No coffee fetching here! Strategic Project focused, coupled with day-to-day responsibilities and development programming Highlights Interactive experiences with Senior Leadership Team Professional Development Sessions Lunch & Learns Insight and participation into companywide initiatives High exposure/small group 100% intern satisfaction rate High intern conversion rate! (On average, we hire 3-4 of our intern alumni each year) And of course – some fun product! Project Overview At Five Below, we’re always looking for ways to make the crew experience clearer, more supportive, and easier to navigate. This project focuses on mapping and enhancing the full benefits journey—from the candidate experience and new hire enrollment to ongoing support throughout employment and off-boarding. The project will also explore the leave-of-absence experience to ensure crew members have clear guidance, accessible resources, and a smooth transition back to work. The intern will take a “journey mapping” approach to the benefits experience by reviewing current enrollment materials, communications, and onboarding flows, then mapping how crew members interact with benefits across different locations (WowTown, Field, and Ship Centers). Along the way, they’ll identify opportunities to simplify processes, clarify communications, and make benefits information easier (and more enjoyable!) to understand and access. Key Deliverables A 90-day new hire benefits experience roadmap outlining key touchpoints from candidate stage through the first three months of employment A current-state vs. future-state view highlighting opportunities to improve the benefits experience A framework to support a consistent benefits experience across all locations (WowTown, Field, and Ship Centers) A mapped leave of absence journey from the crew member’s perspective, including guidance and resource touchpoints By the end of the program, the intern will present their roadmap and recommendations, highlighting ways to simplify benefits enrollment, improve communication, and create a smoother, more supportive benefits experience for crew members throughout their time at Five Below.

Requirements

• Must be actively enrolled as rising Junior, Senior, Grad Student or recent Grad with a relevant background, preferably studying Human Resources, Corporate Communications, or similar.
• Those studying under an associate’s certificate or similar program may be considered if coursework and skills fit the individual project requirements.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Must be comfortable with Microsoft Office products & remote meeting software.
• Must be available for the full 10-week program as space is limited.
• Must be a self-starter, highly passionate & detail oriented.
• Active ability to problem solve & communicate effectively.
• Knowledge and passion for our brand is a plus!

Nice To Haves

• Exceptional organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication; capable of translating complex information into clear, engaging content.
• Comfortable presenting to various levels of management and internal demographics
• Strong command of presentation software, preferably PowerPoint
• Interest or experience in Human Resources and/or corporate communications

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed