Store Executive Intern (Store Leadership Intern) Coralville, IA (Starting Summer 2025)
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About The Position
As a Stores Executive Intern at Target, you will experience firsthand what it’s like to lead a retail team within a Target store. This paid internship program is designed to provide you with hands-on training and development opportunities to prepare you for a future leadership role. You will work a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week, gaining a realistic preview of the Executive Team Leader (Assistant Store Manager) role over a defined period. Throughout the internship, you will collaborate closely with other managers and team members to understand the intricacies of Target's retail business and what it takes to excel in a management position. Your time will be primarily spent leading among the team, identifying and working towards store priorities, and delivering exceptional guest service. The program aims to teach you how to drive guest experience and impact your store's financial, team, and operational performance. You will have the opportunity to work alongside a mentor, learning effective leadership strategies and how to manage various departments within the store. Your responsibilities will include leading daily operations, motivating your team, driving sales results, merchandising products, and ensuring a welcoming environment for guests. The internship is structured to prioritize your development, with ongoing conversations about your progress and support from your mentors. You will engage in various activities, including leading daily huddles, planning departmental workloads, and addressing team member concerns. The goal is to foster a culture of growth, inclusivity, and ethical conduct while ensuring that you gain a comprehensive understanding of the retail business and develop the skills necessary for a successful career at Target.
