Tips for Entry
Visit the National Retail Federation's Careers and Leadership page (https://nrf.com/insights/careers-and-leadership) for job listings, information on retail education programs, an overview of retail career paths, and career advice.
Check with local retailers for job opportunities.
Obtain sales experience in order to make yourself more attractive to potential employers.
Participate in retail-oriented internships or part-time jobs that are arranged by your high school or college’s career services office.
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