Inventory Analyst Intern (Starting Summer 2027)
About this role
Target is hiring an Inventory Analyst Intern for summer 2027 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, paying $29.00 an hour. This is an entry-level internship starting in summer 2027, where you will get a realistic preview of life as an Inventory Analyst: applying financial, analytical, and communication skills to real merchandising work, managing a project from start to finish, and presenting your results to leadership. The role asks for strong academic performance with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above, plus excellent analytical, planning, and leadership skills.
This listing sits in our Internships section and was posted on October 27, 2026. The role is based on site in Minneapolis, MN, USA, so it suits candidates within commuting distance. The advertised pay for the position is $60,320 – $60,320/yr, as published by the employer. On this page you will find the responsibilities, the requirements the employer is screening for, the benefits on offer, and a step-by-step route to submit your application.
Job snapshot
| Employer | Target |
|---|---|
| Job title | Inventory Analyst Intern (Starting Summer 2027) |
| Location | Minneapolis, MN, USA |
| Workplace | On-site |
| Job type | Internship |
| Category | Internships |
| Salary | $60,320 – $60,320/yr |
| Posted | October 27, 2026 |
| Listing source | Target Careers (posted Sep 30, 2026) |
What you will do day to day
While every employer organises the work slightly differently, the core of this Inventory Analyst Intern (Starting Summer 2027) role at Target covers the following:
- Apply financial, analytical, and communication skills to inventory and merchandising work
- Manage a project from start to finish and present results to department leadership
- Analyze inventory data to support decisions that keep products available for guests
- Build relationships with some of the largest vendors in the industry
- Work with merchandising teams to understand assortment and inventory strategy
- Complete training and development activities to grow as an Inventory Analyst
What you will need
- Current cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong planning and organizational abilities
- Exceptional leadership qualities and decision-making skills
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
- Development-focused, curious, and comfortable in an ambiguous, fast-moving environment
This opportunity suits a current student or recent graduate who wants supervised, hands-on experience and a reference point for their first full application.
Pay and benefits
The advertised salary range for this position is $60,320 – $60,320/yr, as published by Target. Final offers in US hiring typically depend on experience, qualifications, and location, and the official listing remains the authoritative source for pay details. Alongside pay, weigh the benefits below — health cover, paid leave, and retirement contributions can add significant value on top of the base figure.
Benefits listed by the employer
- $29.00 per hour starting rate
- Comprehensive health benefits for eligible team members and dependents
- 401(k), employee discount, and paid sick leave, holidays, and vacation
- Extensive training and robust development support
- A real project with a leadership presentation at the end of the summer
How to apply
- Read the requirements above carefully and check you meet the essentials — US employers screen against them closely.
- Update your résumé so the skills named in this listing are easy to find, using the same wording where it honestly matches your experience.
- Click the Apply button on this page. It takes you to the official listing (Target Careers (posted Sep 30, 2026)), where applications are submitted directly to Target.
- Complete every field of the official application and double-check your contact details before submitting.
- Keep a note of the posting date and job title so you can follow up politely if you have not heard back within two weeks.
Tips to strengthen your application
- Apply months ahead for summer programs — many close in the preceding autumn.
- Tailor your résumé to the posting and include relevant coursework and projects.
- Ask about conversion to a full-time role — good programs hire from their intern pool.
- Prepare two or three questions about the team to ask at interview.
Frequently asked questions
What does the internship pay?
The starting hourly rate is $29.00 per hour.
When does the internship start?
The internship starts in summer 2027 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
How do I apply for the Inventory Analyst Intern (Starting Summer 2027) position?
Use the Apply button on this page — it opens the official listing on Target Careers (posted Sep 30, 2026), where you submit your application directly to Target. US Jobs Hub never charges job seekers and does not collect applications itself.
Where is this job located?
This position is listed for Minneapolis, MN, USA and is a On-site role. Confirm the exact workplace address on the official listing.