Description
Join Target as a Store Executive Intern (Store Leadership Intern) in Cookeville, TN, starting Summer 2027.
As a Store Executive Intern, you will gain a realistic preview of the Executive Team Leader role (Assistant Store Manager) in a 40-hour/week, hands-on training program.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading a retail team within a Target store
- Developing an understanding of how Target's retail business works
- Identifying and working towards store priorities
- Delivering great guest service
- Learning how to drive guest experience and impact store financial, team, and operational performance
- Working alongside a mentor and learning how they effectively lead their department within the store
- Stepping into leading your mentor's departments
- Spending your days learning to lead and motivate a team, drive sales results, merchandise products, and provide an exceptional experience for guests
You will also have ongoing development conversations, and your development will be a top priority.
Requirements:
- Previous retail experience preferred, but not required
- Strong interest in working in retail, specifically within our stores in 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 prioritise tasks independently
- Welcoming and helpful attitude
- Effective communication skills
What you'll get:
- Competitive pay ($23.25-$24.25 per hour)
- Comprehensive health benefits and programs
- 401(k) and employee discount
- Short-term disability, long-term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation
Equal Opportunities: Target is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.