Retail Store Management Internship Summer 2027 - Greater Los Angeles: East LA / Orange County

About the role

Join us for a paid 10-week internship where you will be immersed in the fast-paced world of retail management. As a Retail Management Intern, you will gain hands-on experience leading a retail team, engaging directly with customers, and learning the day-to-day operations of a successful store. Working alongside Store Managers and District Leaders, you will develop leadership skills, learn retail management best practices, and gain exposure to the broader organization through market travel experiences. You will also complete a business-focused project that addresses a real business opportunity and present your findings and recommendations to leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead a retail team and engage directly with customers
• Learn the day-to-day operations of a successful store
• Develop leadership skills and learn retail management best practices
• Participate in market travel experiences with Store Managers and District Leaders
• Complete a business-focused project addressing a real business opportunity and present recommendations to leadership
• Learn to motivate and manage a store team, analyze business performance, and understand how operational and strategic decisions impact customer satisfaction and store results
• Support merchandise handling, inventory management, and stocking
• Assist the store in meeting customer needs during busy shopping periods, including evenings and weekends

Education

• Currently enrolled in an associate or bachelor's degree program
• Expected to receive degree (associate or bachelor) between May 2027 and May 2028
• Desired majors: Business Management/Administration, Hospitality, Entrepreneurship, Retail Studies, General Business

Qualifications

• Available to work 35 hours per week for the full 10-week program on a flexible schedule including days, evenings, and weekends
• 1-3 years of customer service experience in a fast-paced work environment such as retail, food service, hospitality, etc.
• Effective communication, problem solving, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment
• Previous leadership, supervisory, or managerial experience is highly desired
• Interest in pursuing a career in retail store management

Pay

The typical pay range for this role is: $20-$22 per hour.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options
• Wellness programs
• Other resources based on eligibility