Store Executive Intern (Store Leadership Intern) - Pico Rivera, CA (Starting Summer 2026 at Target

Pico Rivera, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
InternshipExperience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
RetailIndustries

Requirements

  • Eligible to start in Summer 2026 in Pico Rivera, CA
  • Interest in retail 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 and deliver exceptional guest service
  • 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, and merchandise products
  • Support execution of daily operations by working beside team members
  • Build team culture and guide team to grow and achieve goals
  • Learn guest service fundamentals and build a guest-first team culture
  • Engage with guests, problem-solve, and resolve issues
  • Understand retail business fundamentals
  • 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
  • Develop business strategies and goals
  • Recruit, select, and manage talent for hourly team members and leaders
  • Participate in ongoing developmental conversations

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Retail LeadershipTeam ManagementGuest ServiceStore OperationsLeadership Training

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

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

The pay range per hour is $28.50 - $28.50. 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 benefits are offered to eligible team members in this internship?

Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more. Other benefits include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation.

Is this internship remote or in-office, and where is it located?

This is an in-store hands-on training program located in Pico Rivera, CA, starting Summer 2026. It requires working 40 hours per week alongside team members in the retail store.

What does the Stores Executive Leadership Internship involve?

You will work alongside a mentor, lead and motivate a team, drive sales results, merchandise products, provide exceptional guest service, and learn to impact store financial, team, and operational performance. The program provides hands-on experience previewing the Executive Team Leader role with ongoing developmental conversations.

What is the company culture like at Target for this role?

Target focuses on helping families discover the joy of everyday life through its values and culture. The internship emphasizes leadership that builds team culture, guides growth, achieves goals, and prioritizes your development with ongoing support.

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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