Store Executive Intern (Store Leadership Intern) - Jackson, MS/New Orleans, LA at Target

Jackson, Mississippi, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

InternshipExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

UnknownVisa

RetailIndustries

Requirements

No specific education, work experience, or certifications explicitly required (pay factors may include them)
Willingness to work 40 hours per week in a hands-on retail leadership training program
Availability for locations in Jackson, MS or New Orleans, LA

Responsibilities

Work closely with managers and team members to understand Target’s retail business and excel in a management role
Lead amongst the team, identify and work towards store priorities, and deliver great guest service
Drive guest experience and impact store’s financial, team, and operational performance
Work alongside a mentor, learn to lead their department, and step into leading the mentor's department with guidance
Lead and motivate a team, drive sales results, merchandise products, and provide exceptional guest experiences
Participate in ongoing developmental conversations and support execution of daily operations
Spend time on the store salesfloor and backroom leading team members and aligning on daily business priorities
Learn guest service fundamentals and build a guest-first team culture across the store
Engage guests, solve problems, and provide resolutions
Set and plan department monthly/quarterly workload to support business priorities and manage team to deliver service and sales goals
Manage a team of hourly team members and team leaders while creating business strategies and goals
Recruit, select, and manage talent for hourly team members and leaders

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Retail LeadershipTeam LeadershipGuest ServiceStore OperationsCustomer ServiceManagement Training

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay range for the Store Executive Intern position?

The pay range per hour is $23.75-$24.75. Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position, including labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications.

What locations is this internship available in?

The internship is available in Jackson, MS and New Orleans, LA.

What does the internship involve in terms of work hours and responsibilities?

This is a paid 40 hr/week, hands-on training program where you'll lead amongst the team, identify and work towards store priorities, deliver great guest service, drive sales results, merchandise products, and provide exceptional guest experiences.

What benefits are offered to eligible team members?

Eligible team members receive comprehensive health benefits including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation.

What is the structure of the Stores Executive Leadership Internship?

You'll work alongside a mentor, step into leading their department with guidance, have ongoing developmental conversations, and focus on leading the team to drive guest experience, financial, team, and operational performance.

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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