IT Development Program Trainee

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Tractor Supply Company is currently hiring for our 2027 Information Technology Development Program (ITDP) at our Store Support Center in Brentwood, TN!

The Information Technology Development Program (ITDP) is a 12-month rotational training program designed for early career professionals to learn the foundations of technology in a leading retail business. Through hands-on opportunities and intentional development, trainees will build an understanding of the skills and attributes needed to start their Information Technology career within Tractor Supply Company while contributing to our Mission, Values, and culture.

Trainees will rotate through the following areas – Information Security, Digital, AI and Data Analytics, and IT Operations – over the course of the program. Each rotation combines hands-on experience, structured learning, mentorship, and meaningful project work. Trainees will develop a strong understanding of Tractor Supply’s business, culture, technology landscape, and IT operations while building technical capabilities, business acumen, and cross-functional relationships to prepare for future career opportunities within the nation’s largest rural lifestyle retailer.

What you can expect from us when you join Tractor Supply Company:

• Competitive compensation
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced IT professionals
• Networking and professional development opportunities
• Exposure to cross-functional teams, business partners, and leaders across the organization
• Potential for future career opportunities with Tractor Supply Company

• Complete structured rotations across Information Technology functions within the Store Support Center to gain broad exposure to Tractor Supply’s technology environment, business operations, and IT capabilities.
• Partner with and shadow IT professionals to understand technology processes, systems, development practices, operational workflows, and how technology supports business objectives.
• Contribute to business and technology initiatives through guided, hands-on assignments, projects, and rotational responsibilities.
• Build foundational technical knowledge and experience across areas such as application development, cybersecurity and privacy, artificial intelligence, data and analytics, infrastructure, networks, cloud technologies, and IT operations.
• Apply technical concepts, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills to identify opportunities, troubleshoot issues, and support solutions to business challenges.
• Participate in individual and group development sessions focused on technical capabilities and professional skills, including communication, public speaking, change management, strategic thinking, collaboration, and personal accountability.
• Demonstrate continued growth through successful completion of program assignments, assessments, rotational objectives, and meaningful contributions to assigned teams.
• Collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical partners across Information Technology and the broader organization.
• Create, maintain, and execute an Individual Development Plan in partnership with the Program Mentor.

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, Management Information Systems, or a related technology discipline.
• Internal candidates with equivalent education and/or relevant experience will be considered.
• Previous internship, co-op, project, or work experience within Information Technology or a related technical field.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
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