Pricing Intern at Advance Auto Parts

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

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InternshipExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

UnknownVisa

Automotive AftermarketIndustries

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Economics, Finance, Business, Mathematics or related field
Rising or Current Senior at the time of application (Expected Graduation between December 2026 – May 2027)
IT/Computer Science background/Classes/Experience
Heavy Technical Skills: SQL/Snowflake, Excel
Experience with Big Data/Reporting Tools: Power BI, Tableau, R, Altrixpricing, Python, SAS, SAP
Strong ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions through analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong ability to present information and respond to questions from groups of senior management, department heads, managers, clients, customers, and the general public
Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills

Responsibilities

Provide fact-based analyses of pricing activity, utilizing modeling and ad-hoc approaches, to identify actionable opportunities, develop ideas, and make recommendations for optimal financial performance
Present verbal and written reports providing pricing recommendations and outcomes to all mid-level and senior-level managers of the organization
Develop effective relationships with multiple functions within the company (Sales, Merchandising, Marketing, Information Technology, etc.). Build trust at all levels (independent contributor through Executive) by proactively providing credible and value-added support. Learn the important aspects of the supported business to become involved in key business decisions
Input customer/category centric item strategies in the form of rules and constraints into the pricing management system. Initiate pricing programs at the category/sku level to meet objectives and growth intent
Lead special projects that have an impact on the entire Pricing Team and that provide company with benefits or improved performance
Partner with multiple internal stakeholders to create, implement and validate pricing strategies and tactics aligned to support the overall strategic and operating plans of Advance Auto Parts

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Pricing StrategiesPricing TacticsStakeholder ManagementPricing ImplementationPricing Validation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this internship paid?

Yes, this is a 10-week paid internship.

What is the location and schedule for the Pricing Intern position?

The position is located in Raleigh, NC, with a part-time schedule of 34.5 hours a week, Monday through Friday, from May 26 to July 31, 2026.

What are the main responsibilities for the Pricing Intern?

Responsibilities include pricing analysis using modeling and ad-hoc approaches, presenting reports to managers, developing relationships across functions like Sales and Merchandising, and inputting pricing strategies into the management system.

What is the company culture like for interns at Advance Auto Parts?

The program offers a comprehensive orientation, pairing with a dedicated mentor, hands-on projects, a fun team-oriented environment, peer relationships, professional development, and a final presentation to senior leaders.

What makes a strong candidate for the Pricing Intern role?

Strong candidates should be students ready for hands-on pricing work, able to perform fact-based analysis, communicate effectively with managers, build cross-functional relationships, and contribute to real projects with a final presentation to leaders.