Macy's 2027 Summer Internship, Store Management - Detroit, MI

Be Part Of An Amazing Story

Macy's is more than just a store. We're a story. One that's captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditionsabout inspiring stores and irresistible productsabout the excitement of the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks, and the wonder of the Thanksgiving Day Parade. We've been part of memorable moments and milestones for countless customers and colleagues. Those stories are part of what makes this such a special place to work.

Job Overview

Available nationwide, the on-site Store Management Internship Program will give you exposure to all facets of leading a store including customer service, merchandising, business analysis, visual presentation, store operations, colleague development, human resources, and asset protection. This 8-week paid internship is offered in major market stores and runs from June through August, 2027. The inner workings of a multi-million-dollar retail department store are both complex and dynamic. As a key player on a store leadership team, you'll learn the challenges and collaborate on the solutions. Plus, you'll get a firsthand introduction to the strategies and partnerships that will make you highly successful in this exciting, fast-paced program.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate with the Manager of Sales & Customer Experience to gain insights into leadership best practices and receive continuous constructive feedback to foster your growth.
• Shadow the Managers of Operations and Visual Merchandising to plan and execute product merchandising initiatives that enhance business performance.
• Engage with leaders across various business functions within your store and region.
• Learn how to develop a customer-focused selling environment by coaching and developing a team of colleagues.
• Learn how to support and ensure smooth daily store operations by training and coaching colleagues.
• Analyze trends with business partners to select merchandise that better meets customer needs.
• Explore retail strategies by diving into the analytical side of the business to understand big-picture retail strategies.
• Be part of a performance-oriented team that values collaboration and skills development.
• Take advantage of daily opportunities to innovate, test and implement your ideas.
• Demonstrate your learning through a project and presentation, consulting with store leadership to propose new ideas for business growth.
• Foster an Environment of Acceptance and Respect: Strengthen relationships and ensure authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities.

Skills You Will Need

For example, consistently taking the initiative to tackle new challenges and maintaining a positive outlook even in difficult situations

Possess the communication and organizational skills to match

Able to solve problems and drive results through others

Capable of executing plans and strategies, with a curiosity about developing a modern retail business

Who You Are

• In your junior year, on your way to earning a bachelor's degree from an accredited university. A cumulative 3.0 GPA minimum is preferred. All majors will be considered for this opportunity.
• Regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands/fingers to touch, handle, and feel. Occasionally required to move about the workplace and reach with hands and arms. Requires close vision.

What We Can Offer You

Join a team where work is as rewarding as it is fun! We offer a dynamic, inclusive environment with competitive pay and benefits. Grow your career with continuous learning and leadership development. Plus, build community by joining one of our Colleague Resource Groups and make a difference through our volunteer opportunities. An internship is a test run for both you and the company to determine job and culture fit. Upon successful completion of the internship, and with your store's recommendation, you may be offered a position to join us after graduation as a Store Management Executive Development Program (EDP) trainee. EDP trainees are considered fast-track executives with the hope and expectation that they will eventually become senior leaders at Macy's. The EDP program is a 2-year rotational program.

• Merchandise discounts

About Us

This is a great time to join Macy's! Whether you're helping a customer find the perfect gift, streamlining operations in one of our distribution centers, enhancing our online shopping experience, buying in-style and on-trend merchandise to outfit our customers, or designing a balloon for the Thanksgiving Day Parade, we offer unique opportunities to be part of some of the most memorable moments in people's lives. Join us and help write the next chapter in our story - apply today! This job description is not all inclusive and Macy's reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Macy's, Inc. including Macy's, Bloomingdale's and Bluemercury is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.