Big Y Retail Leader Paid Intern Job Description
If you have leadership qualities, a strong desire to be of service to others, and the ability to juggle multiple responsibilities, then apply for our Retail Leader Paid Internship.
Experience first-hand what it is like to run a business-within-a-business. Lead and be part of a store team while gaining an overview of grocery retail management including customer service, leadership, policy enforcement, inventory management, staffing, training and development, sales building and merchandising, and financial management.
There are opportunities in our store locations for those focused on a career in business or human resources.
Big Y Foods has operational goals like any business, but our competitive edge is our people and our culture. We are a “people business” first and provide a culture of caring to our employees, customers and business partners. Big Y has 73 markets, a specialty wine, beer and spirit flagship location, 16 fuel and convenience stores, along with our fresh & local distribution center and store support center.
Duties and Responsibilities
In department operations the intern will learn how Big Y’s mission and vision impact our go to market strategy, the customer experience and our emphasis on our most important asset, our employees. The intern will participate in management functions, store huddles, department walks, department management shadowing, interacting with department team members and helping in their specific job responsibilities. Our department leaders lead and manage responsibilities while assisting their team members and ensuring the many jobs needed to serve our customers and grow our employees get completed.
Scheduling Guidelines
Specific store location can be tailored to the geographic needs of the intern.
Specific department requests will be considered: Departments include: Bakery, Deli, Kitchen, Produce/Floral, Center Store, Store Management (Evenings) and Human Resources
Preferred Qualifications
• College Senior in a Business, Human Resources or Retail-related academic discipline plus a minimum of 2 years work experience
• Candidates should have proven leadership experience and skills and be excited about a potential career in management and retail
Contacts
Robin Lavorgna, Leadership Development & Training Specialist –
robin.lavorgna@bigy.com – 413-504-4071
April Carchietta, Director of Employee Experience & Organizational Development –
april.carchietta@bigy.com – 413-504-4061
