Summer Store Management Internship

Similar Industry Titles and Key Words: Retail Operations Intern, Store Management Trainee/

Intern

Department: UNIQLO stores

Reporting to: Store Manager

Start: June 2023

Duration: about 10 weeks

The UNIQLO Store Management Internship Program offers highly motivated, talented

individuals who are passionate about becoming aspiring store managers in the retail industry,

the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a UNIQLO storefront. In this paid program, you

will work with key leaders of our team to learn the ins and outs of a global apparel retailer and

gain experience in the everyday operations of the store, including customer service, leadership

and staff development, and business analysis.

In addition to supporting the business operations of your store, you will focus approximately

20% of your scheduled time on a unique project that tackles an opportunity or area of

improvement at your specific store location. Examples of past projects include: tracking and

improving in-store app downloads, recruiting and retention, expanding customer base, and

localized marketing strategies. At the end of the Internship Program, you will present your

project and findings to our store and corporate leaders!

Not only will you gain exposure to all aspects of the UNIQLO store business and focus on

solving a challenge at your store through your project, you will also have the opportunity to

network and learn from the strongest leaders in the retail industry. The UNIQLO Store

Management Internship Program is the first step in an exciting, dynamic career in store

management, with the opportunity to be considered for our full-time UNIQLO Manager

Candidate (UMC) Program. This program is designed for individuals who want to begin their

retail management careers in UNIQLO stores.

Required Qualifications:

• Enrolled at an accredited university for an undergraduate or graduate degree

• Ability to work 30 hours/week

• Ability to work a flexible schedule that meets business needs, including evenings

and weekends

● Passion for UNIQLO and its products

● Previous retail, hospitality, or sales experience

● Strong leadership experience and work ethic

• Interest in a retail store operations career

• Attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to prioritize

• Ability to calculate basic retail math

Physical Demands: This position involves constant moving, talking, hearing, reaching, and

standing. Involves standing for at least two consecutive hours. Involves lifting at least 30

lbs. May occasionally involve stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladders. Vision

abilities include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. May

involve reaching above eye level. Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable

accommodations.