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Meijer · 4 hours ago

Retail Management Intern (North Indy)- Summer 2026

Westfield, IN

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Summer

Meijer is a family-owned company dedicated to serving people and communities. The Retail Management Internship is an 11-week program that immerses students in leading retail teams, providing hands-on experience in driving business results and leadership development.

Food ProcessingHealth CarePharmaceuticalRetail

Responsibilities

Lead and coach team members to deliver exceptional customer service and meet sales goals

Manage daily operations across store departments

Drive performance through mentoring and training

Maintain store standards and ensure a safe, welcoming environment

Communicate effectively with customers and team members

Work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends

Lead and support team members across assigned departments, ensuring alignment with store goals and operational priorities

Assist in managing department-level performance metrics including sales, shrink, and labor

Model and reinforce fast, friendly, and inclusive customer service

Mentor and coach team members to exceed service and performance expectations, with a focus on developing future leaders

Facilitate onboarding and training for new team members, ensuring readiness and engagement

Collaborate with department leaders to identify opportunities for improvement and implement solutions

Communicate regularly with customers and team members to assess needs, resolve issues, and promote a positive store culture

Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment

Demonstrate adaptability by working a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends

Take the initiative in leading daily huddles, supporting cross-functional coordination, and contributing to store-wide initiatives

Perform other leadership duties as assigned, with increasing responsibility based on performance

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Leadership potentialRetail experienceCustomer serviceTeam collaborationCommunication skillsAdaptabilityInitiativeGoal-oriented

Required

Currently enrolled in a degree seeking program

Ability to work flexible shifts to gain exposure to the full operation of the store

Demonstrated leadership potential through school, work, or extracurricular activities

Curiosity, initiative, and a desire to learn and grow through hands-on experience

Interest in leading teams and making a positive impact on others

Ability to build relationships and collaborate with diverse team members

Comfortable communicating with others and open to feedback and coaching

Motivated by achieving goals and contributing to team success

Eager to develop the skills and mindset required for future leadership roles, including Area Lead, through structured development and real-world experience

Committed to leading with dignity and respect and making a meaningful impact on team members and the community