Loss Prevention Intern - Summer

Position: Loss Prevention Intern - Summer 2027
## Loss Prevention Intern - Summer 2027

Apply:
In Person:
Corporate Office, Westown Pkwy., West Des Moines, IA:
Part time:
Posted Today:
End Date:
October 31, 2026 (30+ days left to apply):
R250999

Additional Considerations (if any):**
- **** At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise “a helpful smile in every aisle” and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.
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* Job Description:

**** Hy-Vee, Inc.
***
* Job Title:

** Loss Prevention Intern
** Department:
** Loss Prevention
** FLSA**:
Non-Exempt
*
* Core Competencies:

*** Partnerships* Growth mindset
* Results oriented
* Customer focused
* Professionalism
* * Reporting Relations
** Accountable and

Reports to:

Corporate Security Supervisor;
Assistant Director, Corporate Security Positions that Report to you:
None
** Primary Duties and Responsibilities
**** Loss Prevention and Asset Protection
*** Assist with monitoring store premises, including entry and exit points, aisles, sales floors, backrooms, and other high-risk areas.
* Learn how surveillance systems, cameras, physical observation, and store patrols are used to identify suspicious activity and prevent theft.
* Support Loss Prevention team members with inventory audits, shortage reviews, and other efforts designed to identify discrepancies and reduce shrink.
* Assist with documenting theft-related incidents, suspicious activity, policy violations, and other loss prevention concerns.
* Observe and support theft prevention strategies during special events, promotions, or high-traffic periods.
** Safety and Security
*** Assist with identifying and reporting safety hazards, unsafe conditions, or security concerns within the store environment.
* Learn company safety policies, emergency response procedures, and protocols related to evacuations, medical incidents, and other safety-related events.
* Support Loss Prevention and store leadership in promoting a safe shopping and working environment for customers and employees.
* Assist with preparing or organizing training materials related to asset protection, safety procedures, and loss prevention awareness.
** Investigation and Reporting
*** Support investigations related to internal theft, external theft, fraud, misconduct, or violations of company policy.
* Assist with reviewing surveillance footage, incident documentation, and other information used to support investigations.
* Help organize case materials, prepare summaries, and maintain accurate documentation under the direction of Loss Prevention leadership.
* Learn proper reporting practices for theft, security incidents, safety concerns, and policy violations.
* Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive information, investigations, or company records.
** Customer and Employee Relations
*** Interact with customers and employees in a professional, respectful, and customer-focused manner.
* Work collaboratively with store associates, store management, Loss Prevention personnel, and Enterprise Security team members.
* Support a positive and secure shopping experience while learning how to remain observant for potential security risks.
* Provide assistance with basic loss prevention awareness efforts and help reinforce asset protection best practices.
** Policy and Compliance Support
*** Learn and support company policies related to loss prevention, safety, ethical standards, confidentiality, and professional conduct.
* Assist with compliance reviews, store-level checks, and documentation related to loss prevention and security procedures.
* Support follow-up efforts related to identified concerns, trends, or operational opportunities.
** Learning Opportunities
*** The Loss Prevention Intern will gain exposure to:
* Retail loss prevention and asset protection operations.
* Theft prevention strategies and shrink reduction efforts.
* Surveillance systems, CCTV review, and physical observation techniques.
* Internal and external investigation processes.
* Incident reporting and documentation standards.
* Inventory audits and shortage identification.
* Store safety procedures and emergency response protocols.
* Collaboration with store leadership, associates, law enforcement, and security professionals.
* Professional communication, confidentiality, and ethical decision-making.
** Qualifications
* ** Currently pursuing a degree in Criminal Justice, Business, Security Management, Retail Management, Homeland Security, or a related field.
* Strong interest in loss…