Full-Time

Current Interns Only-Technology Leadership Program-Summer 2026 Intern Posting

Posted on 7/4/2026

Target

Target

10,001+ employees

Multi-channel retailer selling apparel, home, groceries

No salary listed

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

Brooklyn Park, MN, USA

In Person

Must be willing to relocate to Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Bachelor's

Category
Software Engineering (1)

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Requirements
  • Four-year degree with strong academic performance, or equivalent experience
  • Problem solver who can tackle complex technical challenges
  • Demonstrates proficiency in at least one programming language
  • Demonstrates familiarity with current and emerging technologies in own scope of responsibility, and develops ability to apply these technologies
  • Demonstrates and continuously builds upon domain-specific knowledge
  • Understands the concepts of distributed programming and applies it to their domain
  • Possesses working knowledge of transaction codes/master data used within specific domain and participates in building custom solutions in the package
  • Stays current with new and evolving technologies via formal training and self-directed education
  • Likes collaborating with a team and possesses strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Relevant work or internship experience is highly preferred
  • Open to relocation to Minneapolis
Responsibilities
  • Rotate through Target Tech teams to gain experience and contribute
  • Provide input to assist with evaluation of new technologies and contribute to the design, lifecycle management, and total cost of ownership of services
  • Contribute to research and proof-of-concept initiatives for new technologies and assist with code and design review, as well as write, organize, and maintain code based on designs
  • With guidance, deliver high-performance, scalable, repeatable, and secure deliverables
  • Participate in structured construction, automation, debugging, and implementation activities, ensuring architectural and operational requirements and best practices are met
  • Participate in disaster recovery planning and disaster recovery activities and participate in functional integration and regression testing and ability to automate test scripts
  • Resolve frequently encountered technical issues and monitor systems capacity with minimal assistance, and search and understand metadata about various data sources and metrics

Target is a large retailer that sells clothing, electronics, home goods, and groceries through about 2,000 stores and an online platform, and it also carries its own branded products. It works by stocking broad assortments and offering convenient shopping options, including same-day services, supported by owned brands and a strong online presence; customers can shop in stores or online and use the Target Circle loyalty program with flexible memberships. Its differentiators include the Design For All philosophy—high-quality, well-designed products at affordable prices—a wide lineup of owned brands, and a focus on rewards and convenience through its loyalty program and services, plus a commitment to sustainability via Target Forward. Target’s goal is to provide a convenient, relevant, and enjoyable shopping experience while pursuing a sustainable, community-minded business that gives back to neighborhoods.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Founded

2005

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What believers are saying

  • March 3, 2026 plan targets $5 billion remodels and 30 new stores.
  • June 24, 2026 back-to-school launches used LoveShackFancy, Hollister, Owala, and Poppi.
  • January 7, 2026 wellness expansion added 30% more items and premium exclusives.

What critics are saying

  • March 2026 marked Target's fourth straight quarter of declining comparable sales.
  • March 26, 2026 AFT boycott and anti-ICE backlash hit brand trust.
  • Amazon and Walmart keep outgunning Target on price, assortment, and digital convenience.

What makes Target unique

  • Target pairs style-led merchandising with mass-market pricing and convenience.
  • March 2026 investor day expanded owned brands, trend-tracking technology, and faster assortments.
  • Target runs 1,980 stores plus same-day pickup and delivery infrastructure.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

-3%

1 year growth

-3%

2 year growth

-3%
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