I liked that the paid for housing and transportation.
What I wish was different
The location and the work that I did.
Advice
It is great for building relationships and learning how to work in a corporate setting.
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Retail Sales Management Intern
May - August 2021 • Redding, CA
What I liked
The internship had a very relaxed pace. We worked on what we didn't know on our own timeline. I got plenty of managerial experience and expertise. Everybody was nice and caring and welcomed me with open arms, since I was in a new location.
What I wish was different
I was apart of the pilot program for this internship which meant it was there first year doing this exact one. This meant that we had to work through some holes and problems. Our mentors for this program were people who had never worked in a store setting before, and the whole basis of the internship was to get managerial experience in a store, so that made this process a little difficult.
Advice
Don't stress about the small stuff. At times it seemed like I had nothing to do, so I gave myself things to do. I think that this showed my initiative and helped my relationships with the current managerial staff.
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Software Engineer
May - July 2022 • Coraopolis, PA
What I liked
This internship was incredibly fun and educational. I loved the people I met and the opportunities I had to learn. I was placed on a team that actively supported by growth and took into account my personal goals and aspirations when decided which projects to place me on. I was able to learn all the skills needed for a future role in my job of choice. The internship was structured to ensure that us interns had opportunities to bond as well as understand the corporation and its goals.
What I wish was different
Advice
Don't underestimate this company. Dick's name isn't necessarily associated with technology, but there are so many opportunities for growth and everyone from mentors to the University Relations team will support you.
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Sales Associate
June - August 2021 • Moorestown Township, NJ
What I liked
The relationship I developed between coworkers and customers. Whether it was sharing stories or giving advice, both parties benefitted.
What I wish was different
That I could have kept working there while still being able to attend school.
Advice
Do not be afraid to branch out to people and be friendly.
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Sales Associate
April 2018 • Williston, VT
What I liked
I enjoy the flexible hours that are compatible with my college schedule. I have also become knowledgable in my department and feel that I contribute to offering good service and offer something of value at my workplace.
What I wish was different
I would have liked to scale back my hours and also spend some of my summer in a field/position more closely related to my area of study. While it is an enjoyable part-time job, for someone not seeking to continue my career in retail, it doesn't offer much in terms of work related experience for the future.
Advice
I would highly recommend that young students experience working retail. It develops substantial interpersonal skills, customer service experience, and is eyeopening to those who have not had to learn how to handle difficult customers/clients as well as daily problem solving.
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Customer Service Specialist
May 2019 • Portage, MI
What I liked
I love that the work schedule is flexible for students taking college courses because I can create my own availability with the different courses I have each semester. I like that I have learned a lot in such a short time, and that there are so many different kinds of opportunities to learn and grow in customer situations. I have also created so many networking opportunities for future jobs.
What I wish was different
I found that it was sometimes hard to communicate with the management team. I wish the managers were able to have more time to work closer to the sales associates on the floor of the store during the workday. Especially when negative customer interactions arise, it is easier to handle and continue on throughout the day when you know there will always be a manager who is experienced and able to step in and dissolve negative situations with upset customers. I wish it was easier to cross-train in the different departments of the store.
Advice
You will learn new things no matter how the experience is. If the opportunity is not as great as you thought it was going to be, try to take away the aspects you're really searching for in a future job, and if the experience is better than anticipated, then you will be able to grow within the position and learn how to do more things that you can add to your resume and skills.
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Cashier
July 2020 • Binghamton, NY
What I liked
Welcoming environment, I enjoy coming in every day
What I wish was different
Advice
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Footwear Sales Associate
May - August 2021 • Pittsburgh, PA
What I liked
Team dynamic of working on the footwear floor
What I wish was different
Less pressure to get pointless customer reviews. Bad reward system
Advice
Keep it real with the customer, it is better to form a trusting relationship with customers than sell them expensive products that aren't worth it.
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Apparel Associate
May 2021 • Peoria, IL
What I liked
I loved the people I worked with and I also enjoyed the flexibility in my schedule where I could still focus on my summer courses.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Apparel Department Lead
May 2020 - June 2021 • Plainville, CT
What I liked
I enjoyed the freedom I was given at my job, and the opportunity to put my own creative ideas into setting up the store/presenting merchandise.
What I wish was different
I wish the atmosphere of the store was better and how management conducted certain situations.
Advice
It was a good experience to learn to work with others, be a leader of a department, and work my way up to a higher position in a corporation.
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Merchandising Intern
April - July 2021 • Pittsburgh, PA
What I liked
They made it a fun interactive internship with lots of hands on experience.
What I wish was different
I wish we could have had the opportunity to rotate between different functions.
Advice
This is a great experience, it helps to have previous excel knowledge and an understanding of the retail industry. Take advantage of all of the opportunities given throughout the internship for the best experience.
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Sales associate
May - August 2019 • Portland, OR
What I liked
It's a fun, easy environment to work in. It keeps you busy but social because there are constantly people to talk to.
What I wish was different
At my store there was one particular boss who was determined to make me miserable, but the rest of management was great.
Advice
Get ready to talk to lots of customers and always be moving around!
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Sales Associate
May - August 2019 • Danvers, MA
What I liked
I enjoyed helping customers pick out the sporting equipment that best enhances their performance. It was fun to discuss sports and be able to connect with the customers because we shared the passion of sports.
What I wish was different
I wish I got more hours scheduled early on. I felt like I was not working that much the first month of employment, however, it was much better after.
Advice
Make sure that you enjoy a fast-paced working environment, and do not be afraid to help out in other departments around the store.
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Sales Associate
June 2020 • Henrico, VA
What I liked
Great opportunity to share the faith and work with others!
What I wish was different
Scheduling can sometimes be a struggle.
Advice
Definitely look at it as an opportunity to share Christ, and to engage in positive interactions with the community.
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Sales associate
May 2020 • Davenport, IA
What I liked
Kept me busy over the summer and honed my sales and customer support skills
What I wish was different
I wish I had found an internship during COVID instead.
Advice
Work as much as you can but don't stop looking for a job that applies more to your strengths
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Apparel Sales Leader
February 2017 • Madison, WI
What I liked
I love the sales analytical side of my job. As well as the brand events that I get to attend (UA, Nike, Adidas).
What I wish was different
I wish I would have tried to move up a bit sooner.
Advice
I would suggest making sure you like retail enough before you work at Dick's Sporting Goods. The job is honestly very involved and a bit intense.
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Sales Assosiate
June 2019 • Danvers, MA
What I liked
That they pay above minimum wage, everyone who works there is friendly and you can get along pretty easy, and all of the options of the store you can work (there's like 7 of them)
What I wish was different
The only I wish was different that they had made it apparent that they would primarily schedule me at night.
Advice
There is so much to learn and things you have to know when working so be ready to learn but also don't be afraid to ask questions because they are super nice about helping you learn.
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Sales Associate
June 2019 • Tallahassee, FL
What I liked
What I wish was different
Advice
It's a good opportunity to build your resume especially if you want to be in retail/sales. The company, specifically, has a lot of opportunities to move up internally and will give you multiple opportunities to do that. I have met some amazing people in this job and I'm still working there now.
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Footwear Lead
June 2018 • Pasadena, CA
What I liked
I love helping out customers, and people in need. Especially the elderly who need help fitting into new shoes or young new parents that don’t know what size their children are.
What I wish was different
I love how diverse my job is, so there isn’t much I would have changed
Advice
Always go in with a positive attitude. Your attitude towards where you work changes your daily routines. So stay positive and give out good vibes, and you’ll get them back just the same or better.
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Cashier
June - August 2019 • Saratoga Springs, NY
What I liked
From my time at DICK'S, I enjoyed working with my co-workers the most. They were all overall a very friendly and welcoming bunch that made my time at work enjoyable.
What I wish was different
Only major nitpick was that I wish I was able to refuse expired coupons, they do have a date on them for a reason.
Advice
There isn't really too much advice that I can give, outside be prepared from some crabby customers, as you seem to get a few every shift, which to be fair is pretty typical of retail work in general.
