Nov. 14, 2025

Store Executive Intern (Store Leadership Intern) - Santa Barbara- San Luis Obispo, CA (Starting Summer 2026

Target Santa Maria, California

About the position Work with store leaders each day to set goals and expectations • Delivering an exceptional guest experience by ensuring team members are knowledgeable and empowered to make it right for guests • Providing new ideas and recommend solutions to business or team opportunities • Taking the initiative to learn how to be a Target leader by seeking out opportunities for growth and development; continuously learning throughout the internship experience • Commit to learning Target's expectations of leaders and use them to personally develop by asking questions and seeking feedback • Actively participate in internship program training activities, developmental opportunities and events • Demonstrate a willingness to take strategic risks and take on new assignments • Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance; lead the team to work in the same way and hold others accountable to this commitment • Work in a safe manner at all times to benefit yourself and others; identify and correct hazards; comply with all safety policies and best practices • Foster an inclusive, equitable, safe, and secure culture • Carry out principal duties and responsibilities by the department • Gain an understanding of all business areas to develop business acumen • Create a welcoming experience by greeting guests as you are completing your daily tasks. • When guests need assistance, engage with guests in a welcoming way, to help solve their specific needs. Requirements • You enjoy interacting and helping others - including guests that shop our store and fellow team members you work with. • Previous retail experience preferred, but not required • Strong interest in working in retail, specifically within our stores in management • Leadership skills and team-oriented thinking • Learn and adapt to current technology needs • Work independently and as part of a team • Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently • Welcoming and helpful attitude • Effective communication skills • Access all areas of the building to respond to guest or team member issues • Interpret instructions, reports, and information • Accurately handle cash register operations as needed • Climb up and down ladders as needed • Scan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 10 pounds and occasionally moving merchandise up to 444 pounds • Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners, and other technology equipment as directed • Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends and holidays) and reliable and prompt attendance necessary

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