Store Development Strategy & Operations Intern
Your curiosity to understand corporate strategy and store operations and your ability to analyze data, along with your drive to think outside of the box, make you a great fit for our Store Development Strategy & Operations Intern position. Join our dynamic team today and find a rewarding career with a company that values you and all you bring to the table.
About Your Summer Internship Program:
The Dollar Tree Summer Internship Program offers an enriching 10-week paid internship opportunity that takes place at our corporate headquarters in Chesapeake, Virginia. Interns will be immersed in a dynamic work environment where they will receive personalized mentorship and engage in professional development activities designed to enhance their skills.
Throughout the internship, participants will gain valuable hands-on experience in various aspects of our operations. Comprehensive onboarding will ensure interns are well-prepared from day one. Additionally, team-building activities will foster collaboration and networking among peers and leaders in the organization.
At the culmination of the summer program, interns will have the exciting opportunity to present their projects and insights, with the possibility of earning scholarships as recognition for their hard work and creativity. This internship is not just a job; it’s a chance to grow, learn, and make impactful contributions within a supportive community.
About Your Role:
As a Store Development Strategy & Operations Intern at Dollar Tree, you will have the unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience and learn about the full lifecycle of store opening processes, —well beyond the initial stages. Under the guidance and mentorship of experienced professionals, you will play a vital role in supporting strategic initiatives for our vast network of stores, including the execution of large-scale projects. Your work will be highly strategic, rotating among different areas within the Store Development team to gain a holistic understanding of the business and how this team supports thousands of project on a year over year basis
Required Skills and Experience:
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Business Operations, Project Management, Communications, Public Relations, Business Analysis, or Construction/related fields.
Proven ability to manage timelines, organize tasks, and develop comprehensive project plans.
Ability to read your audience, adapt communication style, and write clearly and persuasively for different stakeholders (results-driven and strong writer).
Demonstrate organizational skills, prioritize tasks in a dynamic, timeline-driven environment.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and build effective relationships.
Self-motivated and eager to learn about store development, operations, and the retail industry.
Who We Are:
At Dollar Tree, we make a difference in the lives of our customers every day by exceeding their expectations and delivering value – it’s what our business is built on. Our associates play an important role in this commitment by embracing change and showing up for their teams and their communities.
We see an exciting path forward as our company continues to grow and transform – and we know that this path starts with you.
Join our team today and discover The Value of You.
Location: Corporate Office – Chesapeake, Virginia
Job Type: Internship – $19 per hour
Duration: 10 weeks (June – August)