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International Business Development, Supply Chain - Internship
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About this role
CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD
Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the face of fast food, starting conversations, and directly supporting efforts to shift the future of farming and food. We hope you will join us as we continue to learn, evolve, and shape what comes next on our mission to make better food accessible to everyone.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Intern with the Chipotle Business Development team will play a vital role in supporting the international expansion efforts of Chipotle into new countries and territories. This internship provides a unique opportunity to work on high-impact projects that blend strategy, creativity, and data analysis.
Key Responsibilities:
Market Research: Build a fact-based view of Japan’s foodservice supply environment and constraints as the relate to Chipotle. Identify local vs imported ingredient norms, and research Japan’s foodservice market structure with an emphasis on Chipotle’s ingredients.
Supply Strategy: Define a realistic sourcing approach by assessing regulatory bottlenecks, lead times, and regional options in line with Chipotle’s FWI requirements.
Creative Solutions: Collaborate with the team to brainstorm and propose innovative ideas and solutions for the challenges of entering new international markets.
Financial Analysis: Build landed cost models, including freight options, duties and tariffs, and cold chain costs
Partnerships and Alliances: Explore potential partnerships, collaborations, or joint ventures that could facilitate Chipotle's expansion in the region.
Presentation: Create compelling presentations and reports to communicate findings and recommendations to senior management.
Qualifications:
Currently enrolled in a business program at a top university.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Exceptional communication and presentation abilities.
Highly motivated, proactive, and able to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
International experience in a personal or professional capacity
Experience and/or interest in the restaurant and food industry is a plus.
Being a Chipotle fan is a requirement.
PAY TRANSPARENCY
Pay rate is $25 per hour, depending on skill level, experience, and/ or education. Compensation offered is also subject to local wage and hour laws.
WHO WE ARE
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) is cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients without artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. Chipotle has restaurants in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France and Germany and is the only restaurant company of its size that owns and operates all its restaurants in North America and Europe. With employees passionate about providing a great guest experience, Chipotle is a longtime leader and innovator in the food industry. Chipotle is committed to making its food more accessible to everyone while continuing to be a brand with a demonstrated purpose as it leads the way in digital, technology and sustainable business practices. For more information or to place an order online, visit www.chipotle.com.
Chipotle Mexican Grill is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. As a people-first company rooted in values, our purpose extends beyond serving nutritious food using real ingredients. It means hiring world-class individuals and fostering a culture that champions diversity, ensures equity, and celebrates inclusion. All qualified applicants, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.
Qualified applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws. Please contact [email protected] if you need an accommodation due to a disability to complete an application, job interview, and/or to otherwise participate in the hiring process. This email does not respond to non-accommodations related requests.
What you'll do
- The intern will support Chipotle's international expansion by conducting market research and defining sourcing strategies. They will also collaborate on creative solutions and perform financial analysis to facilitate expansion efforts.
About Chipotle
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) is cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically-cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients without artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. Chipotle has over 3,800 restaurants in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Kuwait, and United Arab Emirates and it is the only restaurant company of its size that owns and operates all its restaurants in North America and Europe. With over 130,000 employees passionate about providing a great guest experience, Chipotle is a longtime leader and innovator in the food industry. Chipotle is committed to making its food more accessible to everyone while continuing to be a brand with a demonstrated purpose as it leads the way in digital, technology and sustainable business practices. For more information or to place an order online, visit CHIPOTLE.COM.
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What does a International Business Development, Supply Chain - Internship do at Chipotle?
As a International Business Development, Supply Chain - Internship at Chipotle, you will: the intern will support Chipotle's international expansion by conducting market research and defining sourcing strategies. They will also collaborate on creative solutions and perform financial analysis to facilitate expansion efforts..
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