Spring 2026 Corporate Security Intern with Kroger Technology & Digital
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 Spring Internship Program is a 15-week immersive experience that offers students an opportunity to grow their careers through a variety of focused internship assignments. Spring 2026 dates: January 12 - April 24.
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
As an intern, you will work on innovative and challenging projects that will help drive the security landscape within the grocery industry. You will join a dedicated team committed to keeping our associates, customers, and store environments safe while continuing to develop the leadership and business skills needed to enhance your career.
- Help prepare behavioral risk summaries, safety planning, and documentation for internal use
-Conduct open-source intelligence
-Partner with team members on various projects to implement technical and corporate security strategies
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-Participate in weekly/monthly department meetings
-Assist in working on new technology platforms that are revolutionizing safety in the retail industry
-Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum
-Open to all majors, 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
Desired
-Criminal Justice, Psychology, Social Work, Intelligence Analysis, or a related field
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to work in groups or independently
- Familiarity with open-source research tools, techniques, and investigative strategies
-Detail-oriented with a knack for creative problem solving
-Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to present information to various levels of the organization
- Interest in workplace safety, violence prevention, and law enforcement/criminal justice in corporate or retail environments
- High level of discretion, integrity, and professionalism
-Prior experience in a retail environment
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
Work Flexibility
Office Life and Perks
Vacation and Time Off
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- Pension
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Leadership Training Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
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