Information Technology

Information Technology Internship Program
If you’re considering the retail industry or a career in Information Technology, then the Sears Holdings Information Technology Internship Program may be the smartest choice you can make. You’ll get hands-on experience right where the action is as well as gaining insight into the business function.  This 12-week assignment is designed to give you a feel for the retail industry and the culture of Sears Holdings.

This position provides a good foundation for many future positions at Sears Holdings.  In it, associates learn how to reduce production hardware/software problems and oversee equipment installations to increase system capacity and availability

Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in a computer science or related major
• Junior status required
• Strong academic performance (3.0 gpa)
• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Involvement in extracurricular activities
• Dedication to customer service
• Strong analytical skills
• Goal/results orientation
• Permanent U.S. Resident/U.S. Citizen

Location
Our corporate support center in Hoffman Estates, Illinois

What You’ll Do During the Summer
Our interns spend their time working in our corporate office, seeing first-hand what goes into a successful retail business. You will be assigned specific projects throughout the 12-week internship.  As a member of the Information Technology team, your goal will be to help identify opportunities to improve hardware/software performance and systems efficiency.    Your internship will include formal and informal evaluations, which will allow you to apply what you’ve learned in the classroom in a business setting.  Upon successful completion of your internship, you may receive an offer to join our Information Technology organization.