Retail Store Management Internship Summer 2027 - Queens, NY

Retail Management InternshipYou've invested a lot of time and energy in your education. Now you want the chance to make your mark. We offer challenging opportunities for you to learn and grow professionally. In our programs, you'll be immersed in a culture of continuous improvement, with the goal of changing health care for the better.Are you a college student eager to gain real-world experience with a Fortune 6 company that's revolutionizing health care? Join us for a paid 10-week internship where you will be immersed in the fast-paced world of retail management.Our mission is to become the most consumer-centric health care company, and we are looking for driven, innovative students like you to help make that vision a reality.Position SummaryAs 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. Throughout the internship, you will learn how to motivate and manage a store team, analyze business performance, and understand how operational and strategic decisions impact both customer satisfaction and store results.Retail is a people-focused business, and this internship provides the opportunity to be at the center of the customer experience. You'll support a range of operational activities, including merchandise handling, inventory management, and stocking, while helping the store meet the needs of customers during busy shopping periods, including evenings and weekends. The experience is both rewarding and impactful, giving you the chance to make meaningful contributions while gaining valuable real-world exposure to retail operations.EducationCandidates must be currently enrolled in an associate or bachelor's degree programStudents should expect to receive their degree (associate or bachelor) between May 2027 and May 2028.Desired majors are Business Management/Administration, Hospitality, Entrepreneurship, Retail Studies, General BusinessQualificationsCandidates must be 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.Must be interested in pursuing a career in retail store management.Pay RangeThe typical pay range for this role is: $20-$22 per hour. The typical pay range for this role is: $19.00 - $28.00.Location: Re-location assistance services are not offered for this role.Whether in our pharmacies or through our health service offerings, we are pioneering a bold new approach to total health care. As health care innovators, we are making quality care affordable, accessible, simple and seamless. We await your fresh ideas, new perspectives, and the unique contributions you will make to our organization.Great benefits for great peopleWe take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families. This full?time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well?being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.This job does not have an application deadline, as CVS Health accepts applications on an ongoing basis.Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.