Category Management Intern: Growth, Analytics & Impact

Wayne State University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Genuine Parts Company (GPC) invites you to join a 10-week, in-person summer internship in Atlanta as a Category Management Intern. The program runs May 24 – July 30, 2027, offering meaningful projects, leadership exposure, and a cohort experience with networking and development opportunities.

Interns will analyze data, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deliver a final presentation to senior leaders.

Qualifications

• Currently a rising junior or senior pursuing an undergraduate degree in Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain, Management, or General Business or other related field required.
• Basic skills with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, required.
• Strong analytical aptitude

Responsibilities

• Analyze sales, customer, product, and participation data to identify opportunities for growth.
• Support the design of a core bounty incentive program, including eligibility concepts, incentive structure, communications, and measurement approach.
• Research market, customer, and competitor trends relevant to category performance.
• Partner with Category Management, Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Finance stakeholders to gather requirements and align on program recommendations.
• Develop project materials, including business cases, presentations, program guidelines, and performance dashboards.
• Track program results and recommend adjustments based on sales lift, participation, cost, and return on investment.
• Assist with routine category reporting, assortment analysis, and other team priorities.

Skills

Strong analytical aptitude

Education

Undergraduate degree in Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain, Management, or General Business

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Genuine Parts Company (GPC) invites you to join a 10-week, in-person summer internship in Atlanta as a Category Management Intern. The program runs May 24 – July 30, 2027, offering meaningful projects, leadership exposure, and a cohort experience with networking and development opportunities.

Interns will analyze data, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deliver a final presentation to senior leaders.