Stylist Internships Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

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.
For Stylists Who Want More
Join the JAL Clippers team and turn your passion for cutting hair, creating great styles, and delivering great guest experiences into a rewarding career.
We're looking for licensed cosmetologists and barbers who are talented, motivated, and love making people look and feel their best.
Earn an average of $35 per hour (base+bonus+tips)
Enjoy great benefits including paid time off, 401(k) with employer match, and healthcare coverage, to name but a few.
Apply today and join a team where your skills can shine!
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 #: 2025-46590