Fall 2026 Retail Operations (Energy) Intern

INTERN/HRLY **The Kroger Summer Internship Program** is a 15 week immersive experience that offers students an opportunity to grow their careers through a variety of focused internship assignments. Rotation dates: (August 17 - December 4). Our program offers competitive pay, hands-on learning experiences, company exposure to senior leaders, and professional development opportunities. Spend your summer leading projects, refining your professional skills, working alongside industry leaders, and connecting with other students from across the country. **Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with Kroger Co (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status).** ### Responsibilities - Assist with data collection, analysis, and reporting to support business and operational initiatives. - Research industry trends, new technologies, products, and best practices to support energy reduction project development and decision-making. - Maintain project trackers, databases, and documentation to ensure information is accurate and up to date. - Prepare reports, presentations, and summaries for internal stakeholders. - Support cross-functional projects by gathering information, tracking progress, and coordinating deliverables. - Analyze data, identify key findings, and communicate recommendations to team members. - Respond to requests for information, support materials, and project updates in a timely manner. - Participate in team meetings and provide updates on assigned projects and tasks. - Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting, and overall team efficiency. - Complete and present a cumulative presentation summarizing internship accomplishments and key learnings. ### Qualifications **Minimum** - Open to all majors, must be actively pursuing a degree at an accredited college or university with a preferred GPA of 3.0 - Applicants must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with Kroger Co (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) - Highly motivated student with the desire to take initiative on their own work - Highly motivated with strong leadership skills and the ability to work in groups or independently - Accuracy and attention to detail with the ability to preserve confidentiality of information - Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to present information to various levels of the organization - Managing multiple priorities between school, work or extra-curricular activities - Responds to change as a positive challenge - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) - Significant level of multi-tasking **Desired** - Ability to analyze and interpret information and apply to business needs - Commitment to providing customer service - Involvement in leadership and community activities - Background in data analysis - Coursework and/or practical experience ### About the Company From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all. Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimite…