Retail Management Intern

About the Role

At Love’s, our 11-week Retail Management Internship provides hands-on experience in managing high-volume, fast-paced travel centers including food service and truck care. Interns work alongside seasoned leaders to learn facility operations, team management, and exceptional customer service, all while helping professional drivers and travelers get back on the road quickly. This program is designed to set interns on a path toward a rewarding career with Love’s.

Responsibilities

• Participate in hands-on training across store, fuel, food, and truck care operations.
• Develop business acumen by learning how to drive sales, manage costs, and support profitability.
• Learn team leadership, staffing, and employee development practices.
• Gain experience delivering exceptional customer service and resolving issues.
• Assist with merchandising, inventory management, and operational standards.
• Understand and help enforce safety, compliance, and company policies.
• Collaborate on a cross-functional project with interns and leaders across departments.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a 2- or 4-year program, pursuing a degree in business, management, hospitality, or a related field.
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Additional screening may include a motor vehicle check and/or DOT Physical.

Skills

• Confident interacting with customers and team members, with potential to lead.
• Willing to learn by doing in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
• Ability to navigate various computer programs, systems, and technology tools as part of daily operations.
• Must be able to talk, hear, move around, lift up to 50 pounds, and see clearly to perform job duties.

Benefits

• Competitive wage
• Monday through Friday schedule
• Career development opportunities
• Company-paid travel
• Mentorship opportunities
• Learning from industry professionals
• Leadership development
• Opportunity for full-time employment