About the role#
As a Sales and Management Intern, you will work directly with the Store Manager to learn the fundamentals of retail operations and leadership. This role focuses on creating a high-quality shopping experience for guests while developing your skills in sales, merchandising, and team management. You will gain hands-on experience in a retail environment, with the goal of understanding what it takes to succeed in management.
What you'll do#
- Complete core sections of the Buckle Management Manual, including Teammate Orientation, Beginning Leadership, and Recruiting, Interviewing and Hiring.
- Manage a specific product category by setting sales goals, educating teammates on the product, and tracking your own results.
- Provide weekly reports and progress updates to the Area Manager and District Manager.
- Handle operational tasks such as opening and closing cash registers, balancing cash drawers, and making deposits.
- Perform merchandising duties, including handling freight, re-merchandising, and preparing displays.
- Lead and motivate the team by tracking performance metrics for your assigned department.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in a relevant field of study, such as Business Administration, Marketing, or Operations Management.
- You have the physical ability to lift and maneuver 50 lbs.
- You are interested in a long-term commitment with Buckle.
- No prior experience or training is necessary for this position.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Little Rock, Arkansas.
- This is a paid, full-time, on-site internship.
- The internship follows a rolling schedule.
About The Buckle, Inc.
The Buckle, Inc. is a clothing retailer founded in 1967. Based in Kearney, Nebraska, the company operates more than 440 stores across 42 states. It employs over 6,000 people and focuses on denim and private label apparel. The business functions as a public company and maintains a national retail presence.
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