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Hair Stylist Intern Test Reno, Nevada

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Job Location

Shoppes At Lemmon Valley 155 Lemmon Dr Reno, Nevada

Opportunity


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.

This opportunity is ideal for students who are curious, motivated, and excited to grow their skills in a supportive salon environment.

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Why you’ll love it here:

Great Clips salons offer internship experiences that help students learn, grow, and feel confident stepping into the industry:

  • Exposure to a successful, stable salon brand and professional salon environment
  • The opportunity to build relationships with experienced stylists and salon leaders
  • Hands-on learning around salon operations, customer service, and teamwork
  • Opportunities to observe and support haircutting and finishing techniques, as allowed by state regulations
  • Experience using salon systems, tools, and technology
  • A supportive setting to ask questions, learn expectations, and understand day-to-day salon life
  • A pathway to future opportunities as a licensed stylist, where available

Program structure, scheduling, and responsibilities may vary by salon location, as internship programs are created and managed by individual Great Clips salon organizations.

What you bring to the team:

To be considered for a Hair Stylist Intern opportunity, you’ll need:

  • Current enrollment in a cosmetology or barber program
  • A positive attitude and willingness to learn
  • Strong communication skills and a professional mindset
  • A desire to work as part of a team and support a great salon experience
  • Reliability, curiosity, and openness to feedback
Who we are

As the world's largest salon brand, with over 4,400 locally owned and operated salons across the U.S. and Canada, Great Clips combines strong brand recognition, marketing, and support with a close-knit, team-oriented culture. We're 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.

FAQ
  • Q: Is this a paid internship?
    A: Compensation, if offered, varies by salon organization. Details will be shared during the interview process.
  • Q: Will I be cutting hair as an intern?
    A: Intern responsibilities vary by location and must follow state regulations. Most interns observe, assist, and learn rather than perform full services.
  • Q: Does this role lead to a job after graduation?
    A: Employment is not guaranteed, but many salons use internship programs to connect with students who may be a good fit after licensure.
  • Q: Are Hair Stylist Intern opportunities available at all Great Clips salons?
    A: No. Internship programs are completely optional and offered by select locally owned Great Clips salon organizations.

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.

Job Ref #: 2026-61680
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Hear from our employees

Ari

“Great Clips® salons offer the training, and the customers are already there. It’s a guaranteed way to start making money right away.”

Ari Hairstylist

SALON CAREERS - WHAT TO EXPECT

  1. Apply

    Submit your interest to a local franchisee.

  2. Connect

    Great Clips franchisee will reach out to you

  3. Interview

    A Great Clips franchisee will host an interview

  4. Offer

    The hiring manager will contact you if you meet the requirements for the position.

Benefits

  • Competitive
    Compensation
    Structures

    Get paid to do what you love

  • Immediate
    Customer Base

    Start cutting hair sooner

  • Ongoing
    Development

    Learn the latest trends and advanced skills

  • Schedule
    Flexibility

    Schedules to fit your lifestyle*

  • Recognition

    Be rewarded for a job well done*

  • Career
    Advancement

    Opportunities abound*

  • Discounts

    Product and tool discounts*

  • Benefits

    Medical, Dental, and PTO may be available*

*Each Great Clips® salon is independently owned and operated by local salon owners – compensation, incentives and benefits may vary by location.

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