Category Management Intern (Summer 2026)

RaceTrac Company Overview

Job Description:

The Category Management Intern will support RaceTrac in managing and optimizing product categories that enhance the customer experience inside our stores. This role provides exposure to supplier partnerships, pricing strategy, promotional planning, and data analysis. The intern will assist with category reviews, financial reporting, and upcoming planogram resets, gaining a full view of how business decisions impact sales and profitability across RaceTrac locations.

What You'll Do:

• Analyze sales, margin, and unit trends to identify opportunities for assortment optimization and performance improvement.
• Communicate with suppliers to gather product information, promotional data, and pricing details.
• Contribute to 2026 Category Strategy development and product launches through research on consumer trends, competitive analysis, and macro insights.
• Maintain internal reporting trackers on product performance, out-of-stocks, pricing changes, and service tickets. 

What We're Looking For:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Curiosity about retail trends, consumer behavior, and data-driven decision making.

Fueled by Growth, Driven by You

At RaceTrac, our people make the difference. Whether you’re working in a store, at our corporate office, or on the road, you’ll be part of a team that brings energy, innovation, and a passion for serving others every day. We support each other, celebrate wins big and small, and create opportunities for growth at every level. With four operating divisions RaceTrac, RaceWay, Energy Dispatch, and Gulf - there’s always a new challenge to take on and a new path to pursue. Join us and discover how far your career can go.  

To see what #LifeatRaceTrac is like, visit our LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram pages.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RaceTrac without regard to their race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities

• Support the designated departments’ specific project needs.

• Actively contribute to day-to-day functions within the department role.

• Identifies and executes individual projects as requested by department leadership.

• Provides support with special projects as needed.

Qualifications:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RaceTrac without regard to their race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.