Students

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When school is out, you “betta” believe PetSmart is the place to be. By joining one of our immersive programs, you'll be prepared to dive right into a fulfilling career!

career pathing

Whatever your major, you'll use your education and skill set to help make a positive impact on pets and pet parents.

Summer Experience

Internships

Full-Time Programs

Virtual Learning Program

This 7-week virtual learning program is for any college student looking to learn more about PetSmart and the retail industry.

Learn About PetSmart

Discover more about how we bring our mission to life. You’ll participate in insightful and informative panel discussions with business leaders and past interns.

Enrollment

Enrollment is open all summer, beginning in May 2021!

Learn About Retail

Learn all about the retail industry, including the product lifecycle, supply chain operations and how to create exceptional customer experiences.

Hear From Students

Last year’s students had a blast. Here’s more of what they had to say!

Best Summer Ever

Experience our 10-week, paid internship. Here’s what past students said about their summer.
*2021 internships will be virtual

Leadership Support

You’ll have a manager available to work with day-to-day and a dedicated mentor to guide you through the summer. Of course, all of our teams are there to help, as well!

Applications

We’re sorry, applications are now closed for summer 2021, but check out our Summer Experience! Our application process for 2022 summer interns begins September 2021.

Pick Your Passion

Internships are available in most departments, including Information Technology, Merchandising, Marketing, Supply Chain, Human Resources, Finance, Product Development and more.

Business Impact

You'll spend your summer working on multiple projects that have a real impact on the company, and during your last week, you’ll present to members of our senior leadership team.

Marketing Rotational Program

During this 11-month program, you’ll gain a holistic understanding of our marketing function as you rotate through integrated marketing, digital experience, national promotions, social and PR teams and then graduate into an entry-level role.

Supply Chain Rotational Analyst Program

During this 6-month program, you’ll gain hands-on experience in the foundation of our operations: the supply chain. After you’ve completed the program, you’ll graduate into a supply chain rotational analyst (SCRA) role.

Applications

Graduating seniors can apply for rotational trainee programs beginning in Fall 2021.

Merchant Rotational Program

During this 18-week rotation, you’ll be immersed in the world of merchandising: buying, planning and product development. Upon completion, you'll be placed within an entry-level role in digital merchandising.

DC Leader-in-Training Program

During this 6-month program, you’ll immerse yourself in all aspects of our distribution centers. After learning about building operations, process optimizations and people leadership, you’ll graduate into a DC supervisor position with your very own team.

hear from interns and trainees

Jaria

Incoming 2021 Customer Experience Trainee

"PetSmart has continually proven their dedication to educating students and helping us grow. Moreover, the company cares about all associates and customers, and their communication and business practices stand as a testament to that."

Chloe

Incoming CE Trainee, former PetSmart Intern

“I was a part of the virtual PetSmart internship during the summer of 2020. PetSmart was able to pivot and give a virtual summer experience to the intern class where we were able to learn more about each department of the company, chat with VP’s across the whole organization and understand how a large retail organization dealt with COVID-19 complications. I got the opportunity to learn from so many individuals and I can’t wait to use what I learned this past summer in my career.”

Brenna

Incoming Merchant Trainee, former PetSmart Intern and Summer Experience attendee

“PetSmart internship program was AMAZING to say the least! Their teams and leaders were able to provide an enriching experience for students. My favorite part was getting to chat with CEO J.K. Symancyk and ask him how he defines leadership within his role. We had many opportunities to speak with PetSmart's industry leaders in various departments, gain valuable insight into the 'COVID-19-changing retail space' and learn how PetSmart creates an inclusive environment. #LifeAtPetSmart is pretty PAWsome!"

Helosia

Incoming 2021 Supply Chain Intern

"I choose PetSmart because I want to work with a great company that serves the best type of clients: the ones with paws!"

Reid (and McAfee!)

Incoming 2021 Industrial Designer Intern

“PetSmart is a company dedicated to doing good by strengthening communities and spreading unconditional love. I look forward to working with a team committed to creating a world where everyone can live out loud, with authenticity.”

Alexa (and Ruby!)

Incoming 2021 Supply Chain Industrial Engineer Intern

"I truly feel PetSmart is a company that will challenge, support and value me both professionally and personally. I'm very excited for the opportunity to learn and work somewhere that values people, the planet and pets just as much as I do!"

Eugene

Incoming 2021 CE Trainee

"I chose PetSmart because I never got to have a pet growing up! It's inspired me to see through the eyes of countless friends and family and really treasure the relationships they shared with their dog, cat, fish, reptile and everything in between. I love that PetSmart truly cares about growing your career and giving back to the community with foundations like PetSmart Charities. That's why I can't wait to join the pack at PetSmart and help deepen the relationship for all pets and pet parents!"

Chris (and Sasha!)

Program Trainee

"PetSmart's Summer Internship was OUTSTANDING! The Emerging Talent and Leadership teams were flexible and provided interns with an engaging and insightful virtual experience that was jam-packed with info and fun! I loved learning more about PetSmart's various business units and talking with leaders and VP's from across the organization. I am so excited to be returning to PetSmart to join the #LifeAtPetSmart pack!"

Shlok

Big Data Engineer at PetSmart and former IT Customer Data Analyst Intern

"Having a mentor was one of the key factors that helped me throughout my time at PetSmart as an Intern! My mentor, Matt, guided me like I was a part of his team and let me learn in a very unique way."

Check out what a great summer our past interns have had, but be ready for something even better!

visit @petsmartoncampus hear from our 2021 interns

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of projects are presented to senior leadership, along with a chance to hear from J.K. Symancyk himself

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in Phoenix during the summer. But don't worry, it's a dry heat!

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hours of volunteering in the Phoenix community

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of our interns accept full-time positions with us

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