Target Overview:
Target is a well-known company ranked among the top 50 Fortune companies and is a leading retailer in the United States. With a global workforce of over 400,000 team members, Target is committed to bringing joy to families and making a positive impact in communities. Target invests in the areas where it operates, fosters relationships, nurtures talent, and strives for success as a unified team. The company’s purpose is deeply rooted in its identity, values, and work culture, which emphasize care, growth, and collective achievements.
Stores Executive Leadership Internship Description:
The Stores Executive Leadership Internship at Target offers an immersive experience in a leadership role within a retail team at a Target store. This internship, which is a paid, full-time program consisting of 40 hours per week, provides hands-on training to develop and prepare interns for store leadership responsibilities. As a Stores Executive Intern, you will gain valuable insights into the Executive Team Leader position over a specific period. Throughout this internship in store management, you will closely collaborate with managers and team members to understand the inner workings of Target’s retail business and acquire the skills necessary to excel in a leadership role. While you will have exposure to various store departments, your main focus will be on learning how to lead a specific area of the store.
The objective of the program is to educate individuals on leadership within a retail store while working alongside the store team. You will learn about enhancing the guest experience, impacting your store’s financial and operational performance, and managing your team. With the guidance of a mentor, you will observe and learn effective leadership practices in your mentor’s department. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to take on a leadership role within your mentor’s department, with support and guidance provided. Your daily activities will involve learning to lead and motivate a team, driving sales, merchandising products, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. Your development will be a priority, and ongoing conversations will support your growth. As you work alongside your team members to execute daily operations, your leadership will shape the culture and guide your team towards achieving goals.
Skills to gain through the internship:
Target believes in providing leaders with meaningful experiences that help them develop skills for their careers. As a Stores Executive Intern, you will gain:
- Knowledge of the fundamentals of guest service and experience in fostering a guest-first team culture throughout the store.
- Skills in engaging guests, problem-solving, and resolving issues.
- Understanding of the fundamental aspects of the retail business.
- Experience in setting and planning departmental workload to support business priorities, managing teams to achieve service and sales goals.
- Experience in managing hourly team members and team leaders, creating business strategies and goals.
- Skills in recruiting, selecting, and managing talent of hourly team members and leaders.
- A typical day as a Stores Executive Intern will involve the following responsibilities:
- Spending time on the store sales floor and in the backroom, leading and aligning the team with daily business priorities.
- Working closely with your Executive Team Lead (ETL) mentor and other leaders to gain insights into their roles.
- Leading daily tasks such as stocking shelves, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for guests, and setting up displays.
- Collaborating with leaders to address team member performance through teaching, coaching, training, and providing timely feedback.
- Resolving team member concerns and removing obstacles to ensure smooth operations and goal achievement.
- Leading and presenting at daily huddles with the peer/leadership team.
- Planning daily goals and organizing plans within the facility.
- Providing summaries of results and priorities to the peer/leadership team.
- Conducting follow-ups on team member attendance and necessary coaching.
- Working with building leaders to set goals and expectations each day.
- Understanding business reporting and guest insights to identify and troubleshoot areas for improvement.
- Delivering exceptional guest experiences by ensuring knowledgeable and empowered team members.
- Offering new ideas and recommending solutions for business or team opportunities.
- Taking the initiative to learn and grow as a Target leader, seeking out development opportunities throughout the internship.
- Actively participating in internship program training activities, developmental opportunities, and events.
- Demonstrating a willingness to take risks, step out of your comfort zone, and take on new assignments.
- Cultivating a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance, and holding others accountable to these standards.
- Working safely to benefit yourself and others, identifying and correcting hazards, and complying with safety policies.
- Fostering an inclusive, diverse, safe, and secure culture.
- Fulfilling principal duties and responsibilities within the department.
- Gaining an understanding of all business areas to develop business acumen.
- Your core responsibilities may vary based on business needs.
Preferred Traits:
You may be well-suited for this role if:
- You thrive in a fun and energetic environment and enjoy working in a team-oriented setting.
-If you find excitement in working in a fun and energetic environment and thrive in a team-oriented setting, - You are motivated by providing exceptional service to guests and making them say “I LOVE TARGET!”
- Leading teams to stock, set up, and sell products in a retail environment is something you enjoy.
- You possess excellent communication skills and can effectively collaborate with team members and leaders.
- You are detail-oriented and can prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
- You are eager to learn and grow in a fast-paced, dynamic retail environment.
- You have a strong work ethic and are committed to achieving results.
- You are open to feedback and continuous improvement.
- You demonstrate strong leadership potential and have a passion for developing others.
Minimum Qualification:
To be eligible for the Stores Executive Leadership Internship at Target, you must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university.
- Strong academic performance with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Eligible to work in the United States.
- Ability to work full-time, 40 hours per week, including nights and weekends.
- Ability to access all areas of the store, including the sales floor, stockroom, and register area.
Location:
1850 Adams St, Mankato, Minnesota, United States, 56001-4864