Merchandising Category Intern

Are you a curious and motivated student with a passion for retail and consumer trends? Pilot Company is seeking a Program Intern for our Merchandising Category team for the summer of 2026. This is a unique opportunity to drive operational excellence by tackling a variety of projects that help us innovate, understand the market, and prepare planning materials. In this role, you will be an integral part of our team, tackling impactful projects. Your fresh perspective will be key to helping us uncover new insights, identify new products, and assist with vendor negotiations. You'll gain valuable experience by working on actionable items that will be implemented in our stores. What You’ll Do Your responsibilities may include: 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.