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Analyst Rotation Program (ARP)
The Analyst Rotation Program (ARP) is your entry point into the CarMax Analyst Community. The program provides exposure to a variety of roles, allowing you to develop organization-wide context while building skills in analytics, strategy, communication, and influence. As a Business Analyst in the ARP, you’ll tackle unique and complex problems – making significant contributions to company success from day one.
The Program:
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The Analyst Rotation Program (ARP) is a 2-year journey with three 8-month rotations across various teams within the CarMax analyst community.
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Analysts start together as a cohort, sharing experiences and building strong connections throughout the program.
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The program focuses on professional development and career growth, offering diverse experiences, leadership interactions, formal training, and team-building activities.
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Analysts have a say in their roles during the program and upon graduation, often continuing careers post-ARP in areas they have previously worked.
The Role:
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Analyze - Use your analytic skills to work with CarMax’s industry-leading data whilesolving unique business challenges. Create insights that drive our success and industry innovation
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Collaborate & Influence – Partner with leaders across the organization to deploy insights and shape strategies. Use presentation and communication skills to share analytic findings and effect positive change
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Learn & Grow - Tackle diverse business problems during each rotation, deepening your understanding of our operations and expanding your network. Benefit from training & experiences that enhance both technical (e.g., coding, analytic methods) and soft skills (e.g., communication, storytelling)
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Contribute to our Community - Join a vibrant community of over 200 full-time analysts and 30 interns from diverse backgrounds (including former CarMax interns). Build friendships and professional relationships that will enrich your experience and contribute to your future success.
Our Values:
Our analysts address important business opportunities, embodying CarMax’s four core values while bringing analytic solutions to life:
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Do the Right Thing: We uphold a culture of integrity, promoting a respectful and inclusive work environment.
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Put People First: We prioritize associate development, healthy work culture & ensuring a great experience for our customers.
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Win Together: Teamwork is key; we learn from each other and value diverse perspectives.
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Go for Greatness: We strive for continuous improvement, enhancing our skills and the products we create & solidifying CarMax’s industry leadership.
Core Competencies:
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Practical experience (coursework, projects, research, internships)
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Enthusiasm for growth, development, and learning
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Curiosity and critical thinking skills
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Passion for problem-solving and leadership development
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Proactivity and commitment to delivering results
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Dedication to continuous improvement and innovation
Requirements:
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Bachelor’s Degree required, in an analytical/quantitative major preferred
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0-3 years of experience in an analytical role
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Proficiency with computers and database systems and/or software packages preferred (ex. SQL, Snowflake, Python, Tableau, PowerBI, Microsoft Suite)
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Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
Work Authorization:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Work Location:
Associates will have the opportunity to work from our Corporate Headquarters & Technology Innovation Center, both located in Richmond, VA.
About CarMax:
CarMax disrupted the auto industry by delivering the honest, transparent, and high-integrity experience customers want and deserve. This innovative thinking around the way cars are bought and sold has helped us become the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, with over 240 locations nationwide.
Our amazing team of more than 30,000 associates work together to deliver iconic customer experiences. Along the way, we help every associate grow their career and achieve their best, at work and in their community. We are recognized for our commitment to training and diversity and are one of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For®.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
CarMax is committed to bringing together people from different backgrounds and perspectives, providing employees with a safe, welcoming, and inclusive work environment.
CarMax is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, and any other characteristics protected by law.
Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application.
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