In this externship program, students will learn strategic consulting skills to analyze and evaluate challenges from non-profit organizations using consulting frameworks, in an overall effort to help them solve their important problems. Selected individuals will be paired with a specific non-profit organization and dive into their strategic problems, such as development, impact assessment, process improvements, talent engagement, communication, and strategic positioning. Throughout this externship program, professionals from PwC (PricewaterhouseCoopers) will provide mentorship and coaching.
As consumer demographics evolve, The Home Depot is seeking fresh perspectives to reach and resonate with younger Gen Z audiences. Join our externship with the Strategic Sourcing Team and help create a competitive advantage by sourcing products and services of the highest quality at the lowest total cost.
Throughout the program, you will explore how top retailers with strong sustainability initiatives manage their packaging. You'll gather insights from industry leaders, evaluate effective sustainable packaging strategies, and identify ways to reduce costs while enhancing environmental sustainability.
Prepare to make a significant impact by devising strategies that enhance Home Depot's operational efficiency and align with their sustainability values. Your efforts will help improve brand perception and foster stronger customer loyalty.
Externship Currently Closed
New applications are not currently being accepted.
Deadline: September 10 2024
This Externship is a 10-hour-per-week fully remote experience where all meetings and events are recorded.
This remote Externship will last 8 weeks.
Students who successfully complete their externships will receive their educational stipends at the end of the program.
Students must be an undergraduate sophomore, junior, or rising senior attending an Historically Black College or University (HBCU).
Students must be attending an HBCU in the United States.
Founded in 1978 with approximately 500,000 associates, The Home Depot is the world’s largest home improvement retailer. In 2,300 stores across North America, we aspire to excel in service – to our customers, associates, communities and shareholders. That’s what leadership means to us. That's The Home Depot difference. Our culture and success are built on an unwavering loyalty to eight guiding principles: creating shareholder value, entrepreneurial spirit, taking care of our people, respect for all people, doing the right thing, building strong relationships, giving back and excellent customer service. We live by a simple premise by our founders: Put customer and associates first and the rest will take care of itself.