Summer 2026 UX/UI Kroger Technology & Digital Intern
Kroger Great Lakes Distribution Center, Cincinnati, OH, United States
Summer 2026 UX/UI Kroger Technology & Digital Intern
Job Description
Are you a dynamic creative thinker with a passion for food? Are you eager to gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced innovative environment? Are you looking for an internship where you can utilize your newly acquired education, skills, and experience to help get your career started? Kroger is looking for current college students who are interested in gaining on the job training, mentorship, and real‑world experience in their field of choice. The Kroger Summer Internship Program is a 12‑week immersive experience that offers students an opportunity to grow their careers through a variety of focused internship assignments. Summer 2026 Dates: May 18 - August 7. Our program offers competitive pay, hands‑on learning experiences, company exposure to senior leaders, and professional development opportunities. Spend your summer driving projects, refining your professional skills, working along industry leaders, and connecting with other students from across the country. Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with Kroger Co (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status). Responsibilities
Partner with numerous product teams that are focused on making great user‑centric products that delight customers and drive the business Understand and empathize with users by supporting Customer Research activities including interviews, contextual observation and surveys; use personas and other data to understand customer problems, behaviors and goals Focus on user problems utilizing journey maps, user flows, UX canvases or other artifacts that identify problems to solve through design Maintain and follow operational procedures and processes Participate in weekly/monthly department meetings Assist in working on new technology platforms that are revolutionizing the retail industry Engage with peers on committees that include philanthropy, branding and community events Participate in intern programs that support technical and leadership development within the organization Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation Qualifications
Minimum Open to Product Design, Visual Design, Industrial Design, Human-Computer Interaction or related degree, must be actively pursuing a degree at an accredited college or university with a preferred GPA of 3.0 Highly motivated student with the desire to take initiative on their own work Technical majors preferred Strong leadership skills and the ability to work in groups or independently Accuracy and attention to detail with the ability to preserve confidentiality of information Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to present information to various levels of the organization Ability to analyze and interpret information and apply to business needs Commitment to providing customer service Prior experience in a retail environment Job Info
Job Identification 149760 Job Category Human Resources/Diversity Locations 11450 Grooms Rd, Blue Ash, OH, 45242, US (On‑site) The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to: – A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans. – Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service. – Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching. – Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more. – Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program. – Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways. From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all. Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited. Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!
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Job Description
Are you a dynamic creative thinker with a passion for food? Are you eager to gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced innovative environment? Are you looking for an internship where you can utilize your newly acquired education, skills, and experience to help get your career started? Kroger is looking for current college students who are interested in gaining on the job training, mentorship, and real‑world experience in their field of choice. The Kroger Summer Internship Program is a 12‑week immersive experience that offers students an opportunity to grow their careers through a variety of focused internship assignments. Summer 2026 Dates: May 18 - August 7. Our program offers competitive pay, hands‑on learning experiences, company exposure to senior leaders, and professional development opportunities. Spend your summer driving projects, refining your professional skills, working along industry leaders, and connecting with other students from across the country. Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with Kroger Co (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status). Responsibilities
Partner with numerous product teams that are focused on making great user‑centric products that delight customers and drive the business Understand and empathize with users by supporting Customer Research activities including interviews, contextual observation and surveys; use personas and other data to understand customer problems, behaviors and goals Focus on user problems utilizing journey maps, user flows, UX canvases or other artifacts that identify problems to solve through design Maintain and follow operational procedures and processes Participate in weekly/monthly department meetings Assist in working on new technology platforms that are revolutionizing the retail industry Engage with peers on committees that include philanthropy, branding and community events Participate in intern programs that support technical and leadership development within the organization Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation Qualifications
Minimum Open to Product Design, Visual Design, Industrial Design, Human-Computer Interaction or related degree, must be actively pursuing a degree at an accredited college or university with a preferred GPA of 3.0 Highly motivated student with the desire to take initiative on their own work Technical majors preferred Strong leadership skills and the ability to work in groups or independently Accuracy and attention to detail with the ability to preserve confidentiality of information Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to present information to various levels of the organization Ability to analyze and interpret information and apply to business needs Commitment to providing customer service Prior experience in a retail environment Job Info
Job Identification 149760 Job Category Human Resources/Diversity Locations 11450 Grooms Rd, Blue Ash, OH, 45242, US (On‑site) The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to: – A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans. – Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service. – Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching. – Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more. – Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program. – Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways. From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all. Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited. Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!
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