Retail Merchandising and Management Internship
The Kenosha Kingfish are looking for an intern to run the team store during the 2026 season. In this role, you will not only get exposure to the retail side of sports, but the operations side as well. This is an internship that will be fast paced, hands on, and will allow you to work closely with several of the company’s business units. One of the primary responsibilities of this role is ensuring that all consumers have a memorable experience that exceeds their expectations in retail.
Responsibilities Include:
- Ensure customers receive the highest level of customer service each time they shop
- Oversee day to day operations of retail store
- Identify key trends/consumers of the store
- Assist in store sets and any special events merchandise
- Understand and execute company directives to align with overall store strategies
- Assist with training staff in sales strategies, customer service, POS usage, and game day roles
- Support buying team in day to day inventory tracking
- Manage website, order fulfillment, and sales tracking
- Work both in groups and independently to create visual merchandising arrangements in store
- Collaborate with other interns and full-time staff on special events, projects, and game days
- Manage game day staff in season on game days and assist in team store scheduling
- Upkeep the overall store cleanliness, brand standards, and store check list
- Assist in execution and planning of all retail promotions
- Other duties assigned by the Marketing Manager and General Manager
Required Skills:
- Strong customer service skills
- Ability to problem solve
- Excellent communication skills
- Creative eye, attention to detail, ability to adapt on the run
- Ability to lift 40 lbs.
- Retail background preferred
- Strong organizational skills
- Can-do attitude with a teamwork mentality
All interns must receive college credit for this internship OR this internship must qualify for a graduation requirement. All Interns will receive a housing & travel stipend for this internship.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
