Store Executive Intern (Store Leadership Intern) - East Cleveland, OH (Starting Summer 2026) at Target

Erie, Pennsylvania, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
InternshipExperience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
RetailIndustries

Requirements

  • Eligible to start Summer 2026 in East Cleveland, OH
  • Interest in retail store leadership and development toward Executive Team Leader (Assistant Store Manager) role
  • Ability to work 40 hours per week in a hands-on training program

Responsibilities

  • Lead amongst team members on the store salesfloor and backroom, aligning the team on daily business priorities
  • Drive guest experience, including guest engagement, problem-solving, and resolution
  • Impact store’s financial, team, and operational performance
  • Work alongside a mentor to learn effective department leadership and step into leading mentor's departments
  • Lead and motivate a team, drive sales results, merchandise products, and provide exceptional guest service
  • Support execution of daily operations by working beside team members
  • Build team culture and guide team to grow and achieve goals
  • Learn and apply guest service fundamentals and build a guest-first team culture
  • Set and plan department monthly/quarterly workload to support business priorities
  • Manage a team of hourly team members and team leaders to deliver service and sales goals
  • Participate in recruiting, selecting, and talent management of hourly team members and leaders
  • Engage in ongoing developmental conversations for skill-building

Skills

Store Leadership
Retail Management
Team Leadership
Guest Service
Store Operations
Leadership Training

Target

Retailer offering diverse consumer goods

About Target

Target Corporation is a retail company that offers a wide range of products, including clothing, electronics, home goods, and groceries, through nearly 2,000 stores and an online platform. Its "Design For All" philosophy allows it to provide high-quality, affordable products that cater to diverse customer needs. Target differentiates itself from competitors with its owned brands and the Target Circle loyalty program, which enhances customer engagement. The company's goal is to support sustainability and community initiatives by giving back 5% of its profits to local communities.

Minneapolis, MinnesotaHeadquarters
2005Year Founded
N/ACompany Stage
Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation
401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts

Risks

Increased competition from online-only retailers like Amazon threatens Target's market share.
Rising labor costs due to new minimum wage laws could impact profit margins.
Supply chain vulnerabilities from geopolitical tensions may affect inventory and pricing strategies.

Differentiation

Target's 'Design For All' philosophy offers unique, high-quality products at affordable prices.
The Target Circle loyalty program enhances customer engagement and shopping experience.
Target's commitment to sustainability and community support sets it apart from competitors.

Upsides

Experiential retail and 'retailtainment' strategies can boost customer engagement and foot traffic.
Augmented reality integration offers immersive shopping experiences showcasing Target's unique designs.
Omnichannel retail strategies enhance customer experience by integrating online and offline shopping.

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