Hairstylist and barber position

Join a locally owned Great Clips salon team and start building real-world salon experience while you're still in school. The Hair Stylist Intern role is designed for cosmetology and barber students who want to learn what salon life is really like, connect with a professional team, and prepare for a smooth transition into a licensed stylist role after graduation.

This opportunity is ideal for students who are curious, motivated, and excited to grow their skills in a supportive salon environment.

Come learn the ropes of the hair biz and earn some cash while you're at it by applying to our program. As an intern, you'll be getting hands-on experience in a real salon environment. Think of it as your crash course in all things cosmetology, right on the front lines. Interns who nail it are top contenders for a spot on our salon team.

Great Clips salons offer internship experiences that help students learn, grow, and feel confident stepping into the industry:

• Exposure to a successful, stable salon brand and professional salon environment
• The opportunity to build relationships with experienced stylists and salon leaders
• Hands-on learning around salon operations, customer service, and teamwork
• Experience using salon systems, tools, and technology
• A supportive setting to ask questions, learn expectations, and understand day-to-day salon life
• Program structure, scheduling, and responsibilities may vary by salon location, as internship programs are created and managed by individual Great Clips salon organizations.

To be considered for a Hair Stylist Intern opportunity, you'll need:

• Current enrollment in a cosmetology or barber program
• A desire to work as part of a team and support a great salon experience
• As the world's largest salon brand, with over 4,400 locally owned and operated salons across the U.S. and Canada, Great Clips combines strong brand recognition, marketing, and support with a close-knit, team-oriented culture. Talented teams of skilled professionals, along with convenient hours and a great haircut experience, set us apart in our communities.

Q: Is this a paid internship?

A: Compensation, if offered, varies by salon organization. Q: Will I be cutting hair as an intern?

A: Intern responsibilities vary by location and must follow state regulations. Q: Does this role lead to a job after graduation?

A: Employment is not guaranteed, but many salons use internship programs to connect with students who may be a good fit after licensure.

* Q: Are Hair Stylist Intern opportunities available at all Great Clips salons?

Internship programs are completely optional and offered by select locally owned Great Clips salon organizations.

All Great Clips salons are independently owned and operated by third-party franchisees. are responsible for all hiring and personnel matters at their individual salons.