Chipotle Mexican Grill · 16 hours ago
International Business Development, Supply Chain - Internship
Newport Beach, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$25/hr - $25/hrChipotle Mexican Grill is cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced food. The Intern with the Chipotle Business Development team will support international expansion efforts by conducting market research, developing supply strategies, and creating presentations to communicate findings.
Food and BeverageHospitalityRestaurants
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
Qualification
Required
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
Being a Chipotle fan is a requirement
Preferred
Experience and/or interest in the restaurant and food industry is a plus
Company
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Chipotle Mexican Grill is a chain of restaurants that specializes in burritos and tacos.
Founded in 1993
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$500M2025-06-24Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2006-01-26IPO
Leadership Team
Scott Boatwright
Chief Executive Officer
Adam Rymer
Chief Financial Officer
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