About the Role
Join a locally owned Great Clips® salon team and start building real-world salon experience while you’re still in school. The Hair Stylist Intern role is designed for cosmetology and barber students who want to learn what salon life is really like, connect with a professional team, and prepare for a smooth transition into a licensed stylist role after graduation.
Responsibilities
- Observe and support haircutting and finishing techniques, as allowed by state regulations
- Learn about salon operations, customer service, and teamwork
- Gain experience using salon systems, tools, and technology
- Ask questions, learn expectations, and understand day-to-day salon life
Requirements
- Current enrollment in a cosmetology or barber program
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Strong communication skills and a professional mindset
- Desire to work as part of a team and support a great salon experience
- Reliability, curiosity, and openness to feedback
Skills
- Haircutting
- Hair finishing
- Customer service
- Teamwork
- Communication
Location
- Various salon locations
Work Type
- Internship
Experience Level
- Student
- Entry Level
Education Level
- Cosmetology program
- Barber program
Salary/Compensations
- Compensation varies by salon organization and will be shared during the interview process
Benefits
- Exposure to a successful, stable salon brand and professional salon environment
- Opportunity to build relationships with experienced stylists and salon leaders
- Hands-on learning
- Supportive setting
- Pathway to future opportunities as a licensed stylist, where available
About the Company
- Great Clips is the world's largest salon brand, with over 4,400 locally owned and operated salons across the U.S. and Canada.
- Combines strong brand recognition, marketing, and support with a close-knit, team-oriented culture.
- Passionate about cutting hair and providing great value for the whole family.
- Talented teams of skilled professionals, along with convenient hours and a great haircut experience, set us apart in our communities.
Equal Opportunity
- All Great Clips® salons are independently owned and operated by third-party franchisees. Franchisees, not Great Clips, Inc., are responsible for all hiring and personnel matters at their individual salons.
