The Home Depot Retail Packaging Strategy Externship

This is some text inside of a div block.

Overview

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.

The Experience

Learn about the strategy consulting process and how to help create value for a non-profit client based on their vision and mission
Research and develop an understanding of a given field
Analyze complex problems ranging from fundraising and development, stakeholder management, impact measurement, as well as use consulting frameworks to help identify problem areas and propose solutions
Learn to gather, analyze, and visualize data to inform problem areas and possible solutions
Create and deliver a compelling presentation to a non-profit client that incorporates valuable insights, trends, and recommendations

Qualifications

Ambitious undergraduate students with an interest in consulting, strategy, and non-profits. This program is for students who would like to understand the consulting profession while generating ideas to help impact non-profit organizations.

Program Overview

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.

‍

During this externship, you'll develop a variety of skills, including:

Sustainability Research: Investigate and assess current trends in sustainable packaging alternatives, considering environmental and legislative impacts.
Competitive Analysis: Identify and study key competitors in the home improvement and retail sectors with successful sustainable packaging strategies. Analyze their solutions, market positioning, and customer responses.
Strategic Development: Evaluate successful sustainability tactics from various industries and develop strategic recommendations for Home Depot to enhance cost-effectiveness and compliance with environmental regulations.
Presentation and Communication: Compile your findings into actionable insights and recommendations, and effectively communicate these to Home Depot’s leadership.

What You Will Gain

Hands-On Experience and a Comprehensive Skill Set: From conducting market research to analyzing data, you'll acquire a skill set that is highly valued across various industries.
A Competitive Edge: The insights and experiences you gain from this externship will provide you with a competitive edge in your job search, helping you stand out to recruiters in market research, digital advertising, strategy and more!
Professional Network: You will connect with industry experts and peers to broaden your professional circle.

‍‍Why This Is Perfect for You

Ideal for those passionate about market research, sustainability, strategic analysis, and more.
No specific background required—bring your critical thinking, strategic analysis skills, and eagerness to learn.

Overview

The rich text element allows you to create and format headings, paragraphs, blockquotes, images, and video all in one place instead of having to add and format them individually. Just double-click and easily create content.

‍

A rich text element can be used with static or dynamic

Externship Currently Closed
New applications are not currently being accepted.

Apply Now

Deadline: September 10 2024

Part-time and fully remote

This Externship is a 10-hour-per-week fully remote experience where all meetings and events are recorded.

September 23, 2024

This remote Externship will last 8 weeks.

$1000 Stipend

Students who successfully complete their externships will receive their educational stipends at the end of the program.

Required Academic Standing

Students must be an undergraduate sophomore, junior, or rising senior attending an Historically Black College or University (HBCU).

Eligibility

Students must be attending an HBCU in the United States.

About

The Home Depot

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.