Program Intern, Merchandising Category

Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with extensive retail, fueling, logistics, and supply chain operations. The Program Intern will support the Merchandising Category team through market research, planning, vendor negotiations, product identification, and analysis of sales and category performance data.

What you'll do:

• Drive Operational Excellence: Work on a variety of projects that help us innovate and improve our merchandising operations
• Market Research: Conduct research to understand consumer trends and competitor offerings, providing insights to the team
• Planning & Preparation: Assist in preparing planning materials and other documents to support strategic decisions
• Vendor Negotiations: Get hands-on experience by assisting with vendor negotiations and other key business activities
• Data Analytics: Assist in analyzing sales data, business reporting, and category performance metrics to uncover insights and support data-driven recommendations and decision-making

What they're looking for:

• A student pursuing a degree in Retail, Marketing, or Business
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite is essential
• You must be intellectually curious and motivated to learn and develop
• Strong communication skills are crucial for collaborating with the team and vendors
• You should have a passion for products and consumer trends
• We value individuals who are driven, reliable, authentic, and welcoming
• Experience with Tableau and other analytical tools is a plus
• Any extra-curricular activities in a team setting are a plus

Benefits:

• Full-time, in-person internship running from June 7 – August 13, 2027
• Opportunity to build meaningful relationships
• Experience the full scope of life at Pilot Company