STR MGMT/LEADERSHIP ESSENTALS INTERN

About the job

Complete a 12-week program designed to provide overview of store operations, marketing, merchandising, purchasing, supply chain management, financial analysis and human resources. The internship also offers job shadowing with store management, a designated retail project and the experience of working as part of an effective team. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities

• Gain understanding of a favorable customer shopping experience, the importance of associate engagement in customer service/relations and how to role model the highest level of customer service.
• Gain understanding of how a store manager leads teams in the planning, implementation and execution of merchandising and operating initiatives.
• Gain understanding of how as store manager develops action plans and communications to store associates.
• Training at multiple locations inclusive of retail stores, distribution and/or division office
• Complete special assignments, as requested.
• Curate a cumulative retail project and present to division leadership.
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Minimum

• Enrolled in an accredited college or university.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to navigate change and respond to challenges with a positive demeanor.
• Demonstrate initiative and to work independently, as well as collaboratively, in a team environment.
• Commitment to providing superior customer service.

Desired

• Involvement in leadership and community activities

Additional Information

• Job Identification: 251263
• Job Category: Store Operations
• Posting Date: 2026-11-10
• Job Schedule: Full time
• Locations: 1600 Ormsby Station Ct, Louisville, KY, 40223, US
• Line of Business: Grocery Retail
• Banner Name: Kroger
• Education Level: Associate Degree
• Hourly or Salaried: Hourly