Internship
Optometrist Pre-Grad Intern
Walmart
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Walmart
10,001+ employees
Global retail chain offering affordable products
Compensation Overview
$15 - $32/hr
Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship
Morton Grove, IL, USA
3626 Touhy Ave, Skokie, IL 60076-0000, United States of America
- Enrolled in an accredited Optometry school.
- Supports Optical care and services to Customers by obtaining measurements, verifying, determining, and dispensing prescriptions; counseling, consulting with, and educating Customers; assisting with eyewear selection; and maintaining confidential information.
- Provides optical clinical care by diagnosing Customers to manage treatment of visual problems and ocular disease; providing effective patient education and counseling; and communicating with key stakeholders (for example, Optometrist, Clinic Staff) to increase understanding of optometric standards under the guidance of Associate Doctor of Optometry.
- Maintains the Optical area in accordance with Company policies and procedures by properly handling claims and returns, damages, ensuring optical operations are aligned with Company and regulatory standards (for example, HIPAA); and ensuring a safe work environment.
- Maintains merchandise presentation in the Optical area by stocking and rotating merchandise, removing damaged zoning the area, arranging and organizing merchandise/supplies, identifying shrink and or out-of-date goods, setting up, cleaning, and organizing product displays, signing and pricing merchandise appropriately, and securing fragile and high-shrink merchandise.
- Receives and stocks merchandise/supplies from distribution centers and suppliers and organizes and maintains the Optical Area by following Company procedures, utilizing equipment appropriately, merchandising, and completing and retaining required paperwork, logs, and other documentation.
- Sells Optical products and services by assisting Customers with purchasing decisions, measuring, adjusting, and repairing frames and lenses, completing eyewear/contact lens orders, identifying and verifying prescription information, completing and maintaining paperwork, forms, and other required documentation, collecting payments for doctor services, and performing and recording results of optometric pre-tests.
Walmart operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, providing a wide variety of products at low prices. The company serves everyday consumers, families, and communities by offering groceries, apparel, electronics, and household items, both in physical stores and through its e-commerce platform, Walmart.com. Walmart's efficient supply chain management and large-scale purchasing allow it to maintain affordability. Unlike many competitors, Walmart emphasizes community support, providing essential services such as pharmacies and financial services, and has actively contributed to community health initiatives during the COVID-19 pandemic. The company's goal is to save people money and enhance their quality of life through accessible goods and services.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Bentonville, Arkansas
Founded
1962
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Walmart's fintech startup, Hazel, offers innovative financial solutions to boost customer loyalty.
- Focus on sustainability attracts environmentally conscious consumers with zero emissions goal by 2040.
- 'Grow with US' program supports small American businesses, enhancing retail success.
What critics are saying
- Increased competition from Costco in the bakery segment may impact market share.
- Tesla's electric semi-trucks could pose operational challenges if technology falls short.
- 'Store of the Future' initiative may face significant investment and integration challenges.
What makes Walmart unique
- Walmart's AI-driven inventory systems enhance supply chain efficiency and reduce costs.
- Partnership with Adobe integrates AI tools to improve customer experience on Walmart.com.
- Collaboration with drone companies expands last-mile delivery capabilities for faster service.
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Benefits
PTO: Paid vacation, sick time, personal time and holiday time
10% discount on regularly priced general merchandise and fresh fruits and vegetables
6% 401(k) match to all employees, including hourly workers, after one year
Roth IRA available
Associate Stock Purchase Plan
maximum and eligible preventive care covered at 100%
Health reimbursement plans
Company News
Eye health products company Bausch + Lomb is teaming up with Walmart to host eye care clinics at dozens of the retailer's stores nationwide.
Vickie Judy, America's Car-Mart's longtime chief financial officer is now the company's chief accounting officer and Johnathan Collins, a former Walmart executive, will move into the CFO role, the company said Thursday.
Walmart has introduced a new lineup of bakery items, which may be viewed as a competitive move against Costco.
Walmart plans to test Tesla's brand new electric semi.
Recently, Walmart opened a new Supercenter in Cypress, Texas, marking its first new store in four years.