Summer 2026 Corporate Archives Intern

Join our team as a Corporate Archives Intern and have a unique opportunity to develop practical skills in managing historical records, supporting exhibit creation, and contributing to the preservation of our company's legacy.

You will work closely with the Lead Historian & Archivist, gaining exposure to a variety of archival processes and projects tailored to a corporate environment.

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.

Rotation 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 leading projects, refining your professional skills, working alongside 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).

Minimum


* Enrollment as a junior or senior undergraduate in History, Library Science, Archival Studies, or a related discipline; graduate students in relevant fields are also encouraged to apply.


* Applicants 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)


* Foundational understanding of archival principles and record-keeping practices.


* Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Word.


* Detail-oriented approach and ability to maintain accuracy in repetitive tasks.


* Interest in historical research, corporate culture, and information management.


* Prior experience in archives, libraries, or exhibit development is beneficial but not required.


* Highly motivated student with the desire to take initiative on their own work


* Highly motivated with 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


* Managing multiple priorities between school, work or extra-curricular activities


* Responds to change as a positive challenge



* Historical Documentation: Assist in gathering and organizing information related to the company's past, including employee stories, milestone events, and cultural developments.


* Archival Organization: Participate in the arrangement and maintenance of archival materials, ensuring records are systematically filed and ac...