Merchandising - Store Environment – Undergraduate Internship – Summer 2027
Mooresville, NC
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Lowe’s is a home improvement company serving customers across the United States. The Store Merchandising – Store Environment Intern will support merchandising strategies, store environment initiatives, and projects that improve the in-store customer experience. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and using research, data, and insights to develop recommendations and presentations.
Responsibilities
Understanding how store environment and merchandising strategies influence the overall customer shopping experience
Learning how product placement, displays, signage, space, and visual merchandising work together within the retail environment
Supporting the development and execution of store merchandising initiatives and projects
Using customer, store, and business insights to identify opportunities to improve the in-store experience
Understanding how merchandising strategies are translated from concept into execution across Lowe’s stores
Collaborating with cross-functional partners across Merchandising, Store Operations, Marketing, Design, Space Planning, and other business areas
Evaluating store merchandising concepts and identifying opportunities to improve consistency, functionality, and customer engagement
Developing project management, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills
Translating research, observations, and data into meaningful insights and recommendations
Presenting project findings and recommendations to business partners and leadership through effective storytelling and visualization
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a **Bachelor's degree** from an accredited college or university in Merchandising, Retail Management, Marketing, Business, Design, Industrial Design, Interior Design, Analytics, or a related field
Expected graduation date of **December 2027 or May 2028**
Ability to work at Lowe's Store Support Center in Mooresville, North Carolina for the duration of the internship
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
Preferred
**3.0 cumulative GPA or higher.**
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, particularly **Excel, PowerPoint, and Word**
Interest or experience in retail merchandising, store design, visual merchandising, customer experience, or store operations
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to balance creative thinking with business and customer needs
Experience working on projects involving research, data analysis, presentations, or process improvement
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate with multiple stakeholders
Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
Previous retail, internship, academic project, leadership, or related professional experience is preferred
Passion for creating engaging and effective retail experiences for customers and associates
Benefits
Paid Internship
Eligibility for Lowe’s Housing Benefit
10% Associate Discount
Professional development and networking opportunities
Exposure to Lowe’s business leaders and cross-functional teams
Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 20 million customers a week in the United States.
