Stores Executive Leadership Internship

Job Description

Target Stores Executive Leadership Internship

This paid, 40-hour/week, hands-on training program offers a realistic preview of the Executive Team Leader (Assistant Store Manager) role within a Target store. As a Stores Executive Intern, you will gain valuable leadership experience, develop an understanding of Target’s retail business, and learn what it takes to excel in a management position.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Range: $26.75 – $27.75 per hour. Pay is determined by factors such as labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package (for eligible team members and their dependents):
• Medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Employee Discount
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid National Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Additional competitive benefits covering financial, education, and well-being aspects can be found at: [https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits](https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits)

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About Target

As a Fortune 50 company with over 400,000 team members worldwide, Target is an iconic brand and one of America’s leading retailers. Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. Target prioritizes community care, invests in talent development, and fosters a collaborative “one Target team” approach, guided by a core purpose of caring, growing, and winning together.

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All About The Stores Executive Leadership Internship

This program is designed to immerse individuals in leading a retail team within a Target store. You will:

• Experience firsthand what it’s like to lead a retail team.
• Work closely with other managers and team members to understand Target’s retail business.
• Be introduced to multiple areas of the store’s business, with a focus on leading among the team, identifying and working towards store priorities, and delivering great guest service.
• Learn how to drive guest experience and impact your store’s financial, team, and operational performance.
• Work alongside a dedicated mentor, learning how they effectively lead their department.
• Have the opportunity to step into leading your mentor’s departments, with guidance and support.
• Spend your days learning to lead and motivate a team, drive sales results, merchandise products, and provide an exceptional experience for guests.
• Benefit from ongoing developmental conversations to support your growth.
• Lead and support the execution of daily operations, building culture, and guiding your team to achieve goals.

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Skills Gained Through This Internship

The Stores Executive Internship is designed to provide you with the skills and experience of an Executive Team Leader (ETL) role, including:

• Guest service fundamentals and building/managing a guest-first team culture.
• Guest engagement; problem-solving and resolution.
• Retail business fundamentals.
• Setting and planning department(s) monthly/quarterly workload and managing a team to deliver service and sales goals.
• Managing a team of hourly team members, team leaders, and creating business strategies and goals.
• Recruiting, selecting, and talent management of hourly team members and leaders.

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Key Responsibilities

As a Stores Executive Intern, while no two days are exactly the same, your typical responsibilities will include:

• Spending time on the salesfloor and backroom, leading among team members and aligning on daily business priorities.
• Working alongside your Executive Team Lead (ETL) mentor and other leaders to understand their roles.
• Leading daily priorities (e.g., stocking shelves, ensuring a safe/welcoming environment, building displays).
• Partnering with leaders regarding team member performance through teaching, coaching, training, and timely feedback.
• Addressing team member concerns and removing hurdles for smooth operations.
• Leading/presenting at daily huddles with peer/leadership team.
• Planning daily goals and organizing plans within the building.
• Providing summaries of results and priorities to your peer/leadership team.
• Working with store leaders daily to set goals and expectations.
• Understanding business reporting and guest insights to troubleshoot and follow up on opportunity areas.
• Delivering an exceptional guest experience by empowering knowledgeable team members.
• Providing new ideas and recommending solutions to business or team opportunities.
• Taking initiative to learn how to be a Target leader by seeking growth opportunities and continuous learning.
• Committing to learning Target’s leadership expectations and using them for personal development.
• Actively participating in internship program training activities, developmental opportunities, and events.
• Demonstrating a willingness to take risks and step out of your comfort zone.
• Demonstrating a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance, and holding others accountable.
• Working safely, identifying/correcting hazards, and complying with safety policies.
• Fostering an inclusive, diverse, safe, and secure culture.
• Carrying out principal duties and responsibilities by the department.
• Gaining an understanding of all business areas to develop business acumen.

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All About You (Candidate Profile)

Target might be a great match if you:

• Are excited by working in a fun and energetic environment, delivering for guests efficiently and as a team.
• Are motivated by providing exceptional service that delights guests.
• Are interested in leading teams responsible for stocking, setting, and selling Target products.
• Are not seeking a traditional Monday-Friday, desk-bound job; you enjoy being active in the store, engaging with team members, and ensuring a welcoming guest experience, especially on weekends.

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Requirements & Expectations

While amazing training will be provided to help you become an effective leader, a few things are needed from the outset:

• Previous retail experience preferred, but not required.
• Strong interest in working in retail, specifically in store management.
• Leadership skills and team-oriented thinking.
• Ability to learn and adapt to current technology needs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage workload and prioritize tasks independently.
• Welcoming and helpful attitude.
• Effective communication skills.

Additionally, we expect:

• Ability to access all areas of the building to respond to guest or team member issues.
• Ability to interpret instructions, reports, and information.
• Ability to accurately handle cash register operations as needed.
• Ability to climb up and down ladders as needed.
• Ability to scan, handle, and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 10 pounds and occasionally moving merchandise up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology equipment.
• Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends, and holidays); reliable, prompt, and regular attendance is necessary.

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Additional Information

• Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at [https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits](https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits).
• Target will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances.
• Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA): Target will provide reasonable accommodations with the application process upon your request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please visit your nearest Target store or reach out to Guest Services at 1-800-440-0680 for additional information.