Entry Level Project Team Leader Jobs
New grad project team leader jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship record or capstone project can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are Retail, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Education roles with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid settings, with employers like American Eagle Outfitters, Target, and Petco hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
7-Eleven is an iconic family of brands with over 86,000 locations, surpassing every retailer in the world. We revolutionize convenience, restaurants and fuel through cutting edge innovation — working hard to be the customer's first choice. 7-Eleven empowers our employees to "activate awesome" and make a meaningful impact in their stores and communities every day. If you're ready to grow, lead and make a difference, come join our team and help shape the future of convenience.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Are you a passionate food service professional who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment? Do you love building high-performing teams while driving operational excellence? We're looking for emerging leaders ready to take the next step in their career journey and make a real impact across In-Store Quick Serve Restaurant operations.
What You'll Do:
- Lead daily fresh food service operations while ensuring compliance with health standards, company policies, and safety regulations to create an exceptional customer experience
- Drive sales growth and profitability by managing food programs, analyzing financial data, controlling costs, and implementing innovative merchandising strategies
- Own inventory management and vendor relationships, ensuring 100% in-stock efficiency on top-selling items and accurate order fulfillment
- Build and develop a top-performing team through strategic recruiting, hands-on coaching, and creating a culture where team members excel and feel recognized
- Oversee food preparation, quality standards, and equipment maintenance to deliver consistent excellence in every customer interaction
- Create and manage work schedules, provide coverage as needed, and respond swiftly to any safety incidents or operational challenges
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What You Bring:
- High school diploma or GED with 1+ year of food service, QSR, or casual fast food prep leadership experience
- Successfully obtain and maintain locally required safe food handling certification
- Strong leadership abilities with a proven track record of developing team members and delivering exceptional customer service
- Business mindset with the ability to leverage P&L statements and restaurant reports to identify opportunities and drive positive change
- Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal—with the confidence to engage customers, coach employees, and partner with vendors
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and point-of-sale systems, plus the physical ability to stand, walk, lift up to 50 pounds, and work in a dynamic environment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Why You'll Love It Here:
- Play a key role in a company that values innovation, operational excellence, and community impact
- Grow your leadership skills in a supportive environment that invests in your professional development
- Work alongside passionate teams dedicated to delivering quality food service and memorable customer experiences
- Enjoy the opportunity to shape restaurant culture and make a visible impact on daily operations
Ready to make your mark?
Apply now and join a team where your leadership will drive success, your ideas will be valued, and your career will flourish. We're excited to meet driven professionals ready to lead with passion and purpose!
If an hourly or salary range is included in this ad it represents the range 7-Eleven in good faith believes is the range of compensation for this role at the time of this posting. The Company may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in this state. This range may be modified in the future. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, long-term incentive compensation, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
INTRODUCTION
7-Eleven is an iconic family of brands with over 86,000 locations, surpassing every retailer in the world. We revolutionize convenience, restaurants and fuel through cutting edge innovation — working hard to be the customer's first choice. 7-Eleven empowers our employees to "activate awesome" and make a meaningful impact in their stores and communities every day. If you're ready to grow, lead and make a difference, come join our team and help shape the future of convenience.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Are you a passionate food service professional who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment? Do you love building high-performing teams while driving operational excellence? We're looking for emerging leaders ready to take the next step in their career journey and make a real impact across In-Store Quick Serve Restaurant operations.
What You'll Do:
- Lead daily fresh food service operations while ensuring compliance with health standards, company policies, and safety regulations to create an exceptional customer experience
- Drive sales growth and profitability by managing food programs, analyzing financial data, controlling costs, and implementing innovative merchandising strategies
- Own inventory management and vendor relationships, ensuring 100% in-stock efficiency on top-selling items and accurate order fulfillment
- Build and develop a top-performing team through strategic recruiting, hands-on coaching, and creating a culture where team members excel and feel recognized
- Oversee food preparation, quality standards, and equipment maintenance to deliver consistent excellence in every customer interaction
- Create and manage work schedules, provide coverage as needed, and respond swiftly to any safety incidents or operational challenges
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What You Bring:
- High school diploma or GED with 1+ year of food service, QSR, or casual fast food prep leadership experience
- Successfully obtain and maintain locally required safe food handling certification
- Strong leadership abilities with a proven track record of developing team members and delivering exceptional customer service
- Business mindset with the ability to leverage P&L statements and restaurant reports to identify opportunities and drive positive change
- Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal—with the confidence to engage customers, coach employees, and partner with vendors
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and point-of-sale systems, plus the physical ability to stand, walk, lift up to 50 pounds, and work in a dynamic environment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Why You'll Love It Here:
- Play a key role in a company that values innovation, operational excellence, and community impact
- Grow your leadership skills in a supportive environment that invests in your professional development
- Work alongside passionate teams dedicated to delivering quality food service and memorable customer experiences
- Enjoy the opportunity to shape restaurant culture and make a visible impact on daily operations
Ready to make your mark?
Apply now and join a team where your leadership will drive success, your ideas will be valued, and your career will flourish. We're excited to meet driven professionals ready to lead with passion and purpose!
If an hourly or salary range is included in this ad it represents the range 7-Eleven in good faith believes is the range of compensation for this role at the time of this posting. The Company may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in this state. This range may be modified in the future. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, long-term incentive compensation, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
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Who's Hiring
- American Eagle Outfitters140
- Target23
- Petco16
- PepsiCo12
- Kroger10
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail188
- Healthcare & Medical Services58
- Education17
- Animal Care & Pet Services16
- Food & Beverage14
Entry Level Project Team Leader Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level project team leader job?
Employers hiring at this level look for candidates who can demonstrate basic coordination skills, even from academic group projects, internships, or volunteer work. Highlighting experience with task tracking, meeting facilitation, or cross-functional communication gives you an edge. Certifications like CAPM or a Google Project Management Certificate signal readiness and often substitute for years of on-the-job experience on an entry level resume.
Which companies hire entry level project team leaders?
Companies hiring entry level project team leaders right now include American Eagle Outfitters, Target, and Petco, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. A broad mix of employers hires at this level, from large enterprises building out PMO pipelines to mid-size firms that need a junior coordinator to support established project managers.
Are there remote entry level project team leader jobs?
Yes, though on-site roles still make up a meaningful share of openings at this stage. About 6% of entry level project team leader openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, so candidates who prefer flexibility have real options. Hybrid setups are common, especially at larger companies that want new team members present for onboarding before moving to a more flexible schedule.
Are these new grad project team leader jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior project team leader roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or academic project work in place of full-time history, or lists a degree as the primary qualification. Searching for junior or new grad alongside the role title surfaces the most accessible openings.
Which industries hire the most entry level project team leaders?
Entry Level project team leader roles concentrate in Retail, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors tend to run high volumes of concurrent projects and rely on entry level coordinators to keep deliverables organized, making them consistent sources of first-role opportunities for candidates just entering the field.