Summer 2026 Merchandising Intern

Are you a dynamic creative thinker with a passion for food? Are you eager to gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced innovative environment? Are you looking for an internship where you can utilize your newly acquired education, skills, and experience to help get your career started? Kroger is looking for current college students who are interested in gaining on the job training, mentorship, and real‑world experience in their field of choice. The Kroger Summer Internship Program is a 12‑week immersive experience that offers students an opportunity to grow their careers through a variety of focused internship assignments. Summer 2026 dates: May 18 - August 7. Our program offers competitive pay, hands‑on learning experiences, company exposure to senior leaders, and professional development opportunities. Spend your summer driving projects, refining your professional skills, working along industry leaders, and connecting with other students from across the country. Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with Kroger Co (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non‑immigrant status). Responsibilities Complete a 15 week program in a merchandising department working with a team to gain an understanding of the corporate merchandising function. Responsible for positively impacting Kroger's business and consumers by completing challenging and meaningful projects. Assist Merchandising group to achieve department goals and objectives Complete specific internship assignments in a timely manner with the assistance of department managers Communicate status updates and any potential issues to appropriate team members Support Merchandising department and assist with activities of assigned department(s) including, but not limited to, end‑to‑end assortment, financials, analysis, and overall category strategy Interpret data trends and apply own knowledge to inform business decisions Participate and provide feedback at team meetings Complete cumulative internship project (summary of accomplishments) and present to Merchandising leadership team Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation Qualifications Minimum Open to all majors, must be actively pursuing a degree at an accredited college or university with a preferred GPA of 3.0 Applicants must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with Kroger Co (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non‑immigrant status) Highly motivated student with the desire to take initiative on their own work Strong leadership skills and the ability to work in groups or independently Accuracy and attention to detail with the ability to preserve confidentiality of information Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to present information to various levels of the organization Responds to change as a positive challenge Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) Significant level of multi‑tasking Any professional/internship experience in a business‑related field Any specialized skillsets in any of the following areas: Contract Management, Logistics, Supply Chain, Merchandising or CPG experience Job Info Job Identification 150288 Job Category Human Resources/Diversity Locations 11450 Grooms Rd, Blue Ash, OH, 45242, US (On‑site) The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well‑Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to: A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans. Flexible scheduling in full‑ and part‑time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service. Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching. Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more. Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry‑leading Continuing Education program. Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry‑leading training programs and diverse career pathways. From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all. Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose‑driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited. Whether you’re seeking a part‑time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family! #J-18808-Ljbffr