Job Summary
The Giant Eagle Intern Development Program is designed to provide college/university students with real world business experience in a Giant Eagle or Market District location. This full-time, paid internship will provide hands-on training and experience in running a retail, grocery business, managing and leading teams, and providing a Guest-first approach. Throughout the 10-week internship, you will spend your days learning to lead and motivate a team, drive sales results, merchandise products, and provide an exceptional experience for our Guests. At the conclusion of your internship, you will have the exciting opportunity to join us for a second year in a Retail Shared Services (corporate) department that falls within your area of study or as an elevated retail intern.
Job Description
During your internship experience, you can expect to develop the following skills:
- Leadership, specifically around leading others and yourself
- Customer service, including Guest experience and engagement
- Knowledge in retail business fundamentals
- Goal setting
- Business acumen
As a Giant Eagle intern no two days are the same, but a typical day may include the following:
- Spending time shadowing the store leader and department leaders
- Leading through daily priorities
- Partnering with leader to learn more about coaching and training
- Working with leadership to set goals and expectations
- Collaborating with fellow retail leadership interns on projects
- Delivering an excellent Guest experience
- Working with leaders to understand business reporting and Guest insights
- Actively participating in internship training activities, development opportunities, and events
- Foster a safe, diverse, and inclusive culture
- Carry out specific duties as assigned
- Walking the store and engaging with Team Members and Guests
Core job responsibilities are described here; however, job duties may change at any time as business needs change.
We may be a great match if you:
- Are a college or university student with at least 1 year of university experience
- Possess a strong interest in working in retail or retail shared services(corporate roles)
- Have previous retail experience (preferred, but not required)
- Quickly learn and adapt to current technology trends and needs
- Work well independently and as a part of a team
- Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently
- Utilize effective communication skills
What We Do
Giant Eagle strives to be a best place to work in the eyes of the nearly 36,000 individuals who work in our stores, pharmacies, warehouses and in our corporate offices. At Giant Eagle, you'll have the opportunity to develop a real career with countless opportunities for you to grow with us. The way we conduct business and treat one another – our Team Members, customers, community members and valued partners – defines what the Giant Eagle culture is all about.
Our Purpose Beyond Profit is "We are one Giant Eagle Family. Together, we provide our communities with life's essentials, so our neighbors have the opportunity to thrive." We do this by staying true to our Core Values:
Respect All: We go out of our way to treat our guests and one another with kindness and dignity.
Think Team: We value different viewpoints and love working together as family.
See It, Own It: We keep our heads up, see opportunity and take action.
Work Smart: We find ways to simplify.
Live Well: We help everyone live a healthy, balance life.
Do Right: We are ethical, giving, and good stewards of the world around us.
Founded in 1931, Giant Eagle is one of the 40 largest family-operated companies in the US and operates Giant Eagle, GetGo and Market District stores. As we continue to grow and expand, our commitment to our core values and the well-being of our Team Members, customers, and our communities is as strong as ever. We listen to what you have to say and do everything we can to provide a safe, caring, family-oriented environment.
