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Ace Hardware Corporation · 2 days ago

Corporate Retail Operations Intern– Summer 2026, Full Time/Paid/12 Weeks

Oak Brook, IL

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$22/hr - $22/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Ace Hardware Corporation is the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative in the world, known for its commitment to service and community. The Corporate Retail Operations Intern will support the growth of domestic stores and optimize processes for new store openings, collaborating with various departments to ensure alignment with company strategy.

HardwareRetailService Industry

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Research business capabilities needed to support project remodels or new store growth

Connect cross-functionally with key stakeholders to complete projects

Evaluate Retail Readiness site (support platform for the field teams) and provide input, ideas and partake in updates

Participate in weekly team meetings and share work updates

Develop standard operating procedures and documents

Provide support to all teams within the department

Qualification

Critical ThinkingProblem-SolvingCommunication SkillsAnalytical SkillsTime ManagementResearch SkillsTeam CollaborationOrganizational SkillsPresentation SkillsSelf-Starter

Required

Working towards a bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Communication, Marketing, Retail, Sales or related fields

Entering Senior year of college

Inquisitive – research and interview

Critical Thinker - consultant

Logical – build process

Strong oral and written communication skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Ambitious self-starter who has demonstrated the ability to contribute as an effective team member

Excellent time management and organizational skills

Demonstrated motivation and initiative to succeed

Knowledge and interest in Ace Hardware Corporation

Ability to work 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday for 12 weeks in the summer

Willingness and ability to give presentations to colleagues, managers and directors

Benefits

Real hands-on experience in your assigned department/function with day-to-day projects, responsibilities, accountabilities and deadlines.

Opportunity to display your skills during your “Final Pitch” presentation

Q & A with Ace’s CEO and Senior Leadership team

Resume Workshop to help you prepare for future opportunities

Opportunity to volunteer through the Ace Hardware Foundation

Teambuilding activities

Hourly competitive compensation

12-week full time program

Company

Ace Hardware Corporation

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Ace Hardware is the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative in the world with over 5,800 locally owned and operated hardware stores in approximately 70 countries.

Founded in 1924

Oak Brook, Illinois, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.acehardware.com/

H1B Sponsorship

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