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Store Executive Intern (Store Leadership Intern) - Mission Viejo, CA (Starting Summer 2025)

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Target

Sep 19, 2024

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Sales & Business Development
    People, HR & Administration
  • Mission Viejo
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need a 4-year degree or equivalent, strong communication and business skills, ability to manage conflict, lift merchandise, handle cash, and work flexible hours.
  • You will create a guest-focused culture, manage staffing and training, address guest concerns, analyze business performance, and ensure safety and compliance in daily operations.

Requirements

  • 4 year degree or equivalent experience
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Strong business acumen
  • Manage conflict, lead and hold others accountable
  • Relate well with and interact with all levels of the organization
  • Strong cognitive skills, including problem analysis, decision making, financial and quantitative analysis
  • Learn and adapt to current technology needs
  • Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently and with a team
  • Access all areas of the building to respond to guest or team member issues
  • Interpret instructions, reports and information
  • Scan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 15 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving merchandise up to 40 pounds
  • Accurately handle cash register operations and cash transactions
  • Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends and holidays) and regular attendance necessary

Responsibilities

  • Create a guest-obsessed culture that prioritizes the guest experience and delivers on store sales goals
  • Anticipate staffing needs, talent plan and recruit – both long and short term
  • Manage leaders to follow up on training completion, check for understanding, and provide continuous education opportunities
  • Engage in consistent and meaningful development conversations throughout the critical touch points with Team leaders
  • Personalize recognition and appreciation to reinforce critical guest service behaviors and promote a positive team and guest centric culture
  • Establish a culture of accountability through clear expectations and performance management (observe, recognize and coach) on critical behaviors
  • Understand business reporting and guest insights to understand, troubleshoot and follow up on opportunity areas
  • Quickly respond to any negative guest shopping experience by de-escalating the situation and ensuring your team understands and feels supported to make things right for the guest
  • Create a scheduling plan in partnership with your Team Leaders based off of monthly and weekly business workload and guest traffic
  • Plan, manage and follow-up on organizational and operational change
  • Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance. Lead team to work in the same way and hold others accountable to this commitment
  • As a key carrier, follow all safe and secure training and processes
  • Address store needs (emergency, regulatory visits, etc.)
  • All other duties based on business needs

FAQs

What is the pay range for the Store Executive Intern position?

The pay range per hour is $26.75 to $27.75.

What are the working hours like for this role?

The role requires a flexible work schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

What kind of training will I receive as an Executive Team Leader intern?

Target offers amazing training that will teach you everything you need to know to be an Executive Team Leader.

Is there an opportunity for career development in this position?

Yes, the role provides meaningful experiences and helps you build and develop skills for a career in retail leadership.

What are the primary responsibilities for this internship?

Responsibilities include creating a guest-obsessed culture, managing staffing needs, engaging in team development, addressing guest concerns, and ensuring operational compliance.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A 4-year degree or equivalent experience is required, along with strong interpersonal, communication, and business skills.

Are there any benefits offered to interns?

Yes, eligible team members receive benefits including comprehensive health coverage, 401(k) plans, employee discounts, and paid leave.

What should I expect in terms of the work environment?

You should expect a fun and energetic environment where teamwork is essential for delivering exceptional guest service.

Are there any physical requirements for this job?

Yes, you will need to handle and move merchandise safely, including lifting items up to 15 pounds frequently and up to 40 pounds occasionally.

Does Target consider applicants with criminal histories?

Yes, Target will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.

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Mission & Purpose

Target is one of the world’s most recognized brands and one of America’s leading retailers. We make Target our guests’ preferred shopping destination by offering outstanding value, inspiration, innovation and an exceptional guest experience that no other retailer can deliver. Target is committed to responsible corporate citizenship, ethical business practices, environmental stewardship and generous community support. Since 1946, we have given 5 percent of our profits back to our communities. Our goal is to work as one team to fulfill our unique brand promise to our guests, wherever and whenever they choose to shop.