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Store Assets Protection Executive Intern (Store Leadership Intern) - Greater Bay Area, CA (Starting Summer 2025)

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Target

Sep 6

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Hospitality & Retail
    People, HR & Administration
  • San Jose
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must meet legal requirements, possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, adapt to technology, manage tasks independently, and have a flexible schedule. Retail experience is a plus.
  • You will manage safety and security, support theft prevention strategies, guide team training, conduct investigations, and promote ethical conduct while ensuring guest and team member safety.

Requirements

  • Meet any state or local licensure and/or other legal requirements related to the position
  • Previous retail or security experience preferred, but not required
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Strong business acumen
  • Comfortable dealing with ambiguity
  • Manage conflict, lead and hold others accountable
  • Learn and adapt to current technology needs
  • Strong cognitive skills, including problem analysis, decision making, financial and quantitative analysis
  • Work independently and as part of a team
  • Relate well with and interact with all levels of the organization
  • Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently
  • Welcoming and helpful attitude
  • Access all areas of the building to respond to guest or team member issues
  • Interpret instructions, reports and information
  • Act in accordance with company policy
  • 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 or moving merchandise up to 40 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); reliable and prompt and regular attendance necessary

Responsibilities

  • - Managing a safe and secure culture, including crisis response, a strong safety environment and crowd management planning, providing support to both guests and team members
  • - Creating strategic AP strategies and goals and delivering results through your team
  • - Identifying strategic resolutions of external theft and fraud, and apprehending individuals attempting to cause a loss, in accordance with Target policy
  • - Managing the identification and resolution of internal investigations
  • - Recruiting, selecting, and talent management of hourly team members and leaders
  • - Through the training you receive from the ETL-AP mentor take initiative to learn how to be an AP leader by seeking out opportunities for growth and development; continuously learn throughout the internship experience
  • - Provide new ideas and recommend solutions to business or team opportunities
  • - 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 willingness to take risks; step out of comfort zone and take on new assignments
  • - Partner with store leaders regarding TM performance by teaching, coaching, training and delivering timely performance feedback
  • - 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
  • - Influence and validate a safe and secure culture by driving physical security and safety processes; lead store response and emergency crisis situations and create plans for in-store events
  • - Educate store leaders and teams on emergency preparedness and physical security procedures
  • - Identify shortage risks in key divisions and work with other leaders to develop tactics that will reduce shortage and drive profitable sales
  • - Support the identification and resolution of internal investigations
  • - Identify theft and shortage trends in your store, and develop proactive strategies to prevent shortage and theft
  • - Educate and influence store teams on operational shortage priorities
  • - Support the prevention, identification and resolution of external theft incidents and investigations
  • - Work a schedule that aligns to guest and business needs based on safe and secure and theft patterns (this includes early morning/overnight shifts, evening and weekends)
  • - Model the safety culture in store by recognizing safe behaviors and identifying and resolving safety hazards and unsafe behaviors
  • - Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety and compliance. Lead and hold the team accountable to work in the same way
  • - 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
  • - All other duties based on business needs

FAQs

What is the hourly pay range for the Store Assets Protection Executive Intern position?

The pay range per hour is $28.00 - $30.75, based on factors such as labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications.

Are there any benefits offered to eligible team members?

Yes, Target offers comprehensive health benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, as well as a 401(k), employee discount, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation.

What is the main purpose of the Assets Protection team?

The Assets Protection (AP) team provides a safe and secure environment for team members and guests while meeting financial goals related to shortage and profitability in Target stores.

What kind of experience will the AP Executive Intern gain?

The intern will gain valuable experience by working closely with a mentor in the Assets Protection business area and other store functions, ultimately preparing them for an Executive Team Leader – Assets Protection role.

What types of responsibilities will an AP Executive Intern have?

Responsibilities include managing safety culture, developing AP strategies, supporting investigations, coaching team members, and driving initiatives to reduce theft and loss.

Is previous retail or security experience required for this role?

Previous retail or security experience is preferred but not required for the AP Executive Intern position.

What skills are important for success as an AP Executive Intern?

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, business acumen, conflict management, problem analysis, decision-making, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are important for success in this role.

Will the intern need to work flexible hours?

Yes, the intern should expect to work a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, and holidays based on business needs.

Are there specific physical requirements for this position?

Yes, the role requires accessing all areas of the building, climbing ladders, and frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 40 pounds.

How can applicants request reasonable accommodations during the application process?

Applicants can request reasonable accommodations by visiting the nearest Target store or contacting Guest Services at 1-800-440-0680 for additional assistance.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
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Employees

Mission & Purpose

Target is one of the world’s most recognized brands and one of America’s leading retailers. We make Target our guests’ preferred shopping destination by offering outstanding value, inspiration, innovation and an exceptional guest experience that no other retailer can deliver. Target is committed to responsible corporate citizenship, ethical business practices, environmental stewardship and generous community support. Since 1946, we have given 5 percent of our profits back to our communities. Our goal is to work as one team to fulfill our unique brand promise to our guests, wherever and whenever they choose to shop.