Retail Business Interns will be given the opportunity to learn every aspect of the department, and are required to start in a front-line role. Retail Interns that excel in this position will be given the opportunity to be promoted through various Seasonal Leadership levels. They will gain knowledge of the operational side of the department by assisting the Senior Supervisor or Area Supervisor in the day to day operations of assigned retail locations and will assist in ensuring the successful and profitable operation of the assigned area.  Retail Interns will need to interact with Guests, Team Members, Seasonal Leadership, and Full-Time Leadership on a daily basis. Additionally, Retail Interns will gain experience related to, but not limited to, business planning, in-park marketing, sales, inventory control and Hospitality Leadership.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Must be able to promote the park with the utmost enthusiasm and pride.
• Greet guests enthusiastically and professionally.
• Time management and productivity skills
• Ensure a safe and clean work area.

• Promote the sale of products with impeccable guest service and ensure guest satisfaction through verbal salesmanship w/ guests and the use of suggestive selling techniques to raise sales.

• Assist with the implementation and maintenance of visual and merchandising presentations with respect to the Six Flags standards

• Assist the area supervisor with replenishment of stock.

• Assist in daily staffing and planning of breaks.
• Operating a cash register in an accurate and expeditious manner.

• Assist in training and motivation of staff on a day to day basis to ensure team quality standards.

• Assist in ensuring that all policies and procedures pertinent to area are followed.

• Complete any and all tasks as requested by Six Flags Leadership.
• Attend seminars held by various departments within the park.

 

Qualities of Successful Merchandise Intern:

• Must possess above average communication skills. 
• Must react well in stressful and emergency situations.
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Safety conscious.
• Outgoing, friendly, and professional demeanor when interacting with Guests and Team Members
• Willing to actively engage Guests.
• Ability to take on and implement a wide spectrum of assignments, including front-line, managerial, and back-of-the-house tasks.
• Comfortable performing a wide range of duties, including cross-departmental utilization.

• Must have good cash handling and customer service skills.

 

Special Duties and Responsibilities:

• Must clock in and out each day using the phone system to receive correct pay for the week.
• Be able to work as a Team or independently depending on job responsibility.
• Maintain proper attendance and timeliness.
• Ensure guest safety and satisfaction in their stay at Six Flags.
• Respond to any emergency situation in the area and maintain control until an area supervisor arrives.
• Refrain from consuming any substance that may impair judgment.
• Cooperate with all team members and managers.

 

Additional Job Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Able to communicate effectively in the English language, including the ability to read, speak, and understand the English language
• Available to work flexible hours at nights and on weekends
• Requires continuous sitting or standing, lifting, bending, walking, eye/hand coordination, near vision, hearing, and speech. Requires frequent kneeling, manual dexterity, gross motor skills, and color definition.  Requires using a telephone.  Must be able to read and write English
• Working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Merchandising or similar preferred.

 

 

Must be able to stand/walk for up to 6 hours at a time, as many as 14 hours a day

Must be able to walk up to 3 miles per day over various surfaces.

Must be able to lift 25 lbs consistently.

Must be able to lift and carry 25 lbs over 25 feet over various surfaces.

Must be able to lift and lower 5 lbs above shoulder level.

Must be able to climb a stepladder up to 6 ft. in height

 

 

Other Functions: All other duties assigned or necessary to support the park as a whole. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties when circumstances (e.g., emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs, or technological developments) dictate.

 *Please be sure to attach a resume, applications without it will be not be considered for the position. * 

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is the world's largest regional theme park company with 26 parks across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. For more than 58 years, Six Flags has entertained millions of families with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks and unique attractions. With a culture built on safety, service, fun and friendliness, integrity, innovation, and results orientation, our mission at Six Flags Great Adventure is to create fun and thrills for all ages.   

What's in it for you?  

• Join seminars with key leaders at the park and corporate levels to discuss their journey and experience
• Scholarship Opportunities  
• Professional Development  
• Free Food for Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day  
• Exclusive Rides parties for all employees. 
• Complimentary tickets  
• In-Park discounts and more!