Store Development Strategy & Operations Intern

Job Description

Store Development Strategy & Operations Intern | Dollar Tree

The Tone:
This is an internship at Dollar Tree, located in Chesapeake, Virginia. Dollar Tree is dedicated to making a meaningful difference for its customers by consistently exceeding expectations and delivering exceptional value. This role offers an unparalleled opportunity to grow, learn, and make impactful contributions by supporting strategic initiatives for the company’s vast network of stores and gaining deep insights into the complete lifecycle of store opening processes.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Chesapeake, VA
• Pay: $19 hourly
• Mission: To support strategic initiatives for Dollar Tree’s store network and contribute to the execution of impactful projects, gaining a holistic understanding of store development and operations.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Support: Play a vital role in supporting strategic initiatives for Dollar Tree’s vast network of stores.
• Contribute: Contribute to the execution of large-scale, impactful projects within the Store Development team.
• Engage: Engage in highly strategic work by rotating among different areas within the Store Development team.
• Gain Insight: Gain a holistic understanding of the business and how the Store Development team supports thousands of projects year over year.
• Present: Present projects and insights at the culmination of the internship program.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Business Operations, Project Management, Communications, Public Relations, Business Analysis, Construction, or related fields. Early career.
• Experience: Proven ability to manage timelines, organize tasks, and develop comprehensive project plans.
• Skills: Strong communication skills, including the ability to read an audience, adapt communication style, and write clearly and persuasively for different stakeholders. Demonstrated organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a timeline-driven environment. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and build effective relationships. Self-motivated with a genuine eagerness to learn about store development, operations, and the broader retail industry.