Growth Strategy Intern Jobs in Rye, NY (NOW HIRING)

Description
About Us
At FreshDirect, we are reinventing the grocery experience.
Since day one, our mission has been simple: bring the best, freshest food directly from the farm to people's homes - faster, fresher, and smarter than anyone else.
We're not just a food company. We're a technology-powered, customer-obsessed team building one of the most innovative end-to-end food supply chains in the industry. From proprietary routing systems to our state-of-the-art fulfillment center, every part of our business is designed to deliver unmatched quality, convenience, and care.
We partner directly with farmers, fishermen, and artisans to source the highest quality ingredients - then use smart data, automation, and logistics to deliver them at peak freshness.
It's grocery shopping reimagined - and we're just getting started.
If you're passionate about innovation, care deeply about what people eat, and want to help build the future of food, we'd love to meet you.
The Role
FreshDirect is looking for a Corporate Strategy Intern to join our dynamic team and help shape our long-term growth and competitive edge.
This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in corporate strategy. You'll work closely with our strategy team, contributing to critical initiatives like strategic planning, market and competitive intelligence, and strategic project execution. We're seeking someone with an entrepreneurial spirit, strong analytical abilities, and a collaborative mindset who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
In this role, you'll support the strategic planning process by helping to organize cross-functional workshops, conducting research, and synthesizing findings into clear, actionable recommendations. You'll assist in defining strategic objectives and key performance indicators (KPIs). An important part of your work will involve conducting comprehensive market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, opportunities, and potential threats. You'll also monitor competitor activities and help maintain our competitive intelligence database, translating complex data into insights that inform executive decisions. Finally, you'll support the translation of strategic plans into concrete initiatives, assisting with project planning, milestone tracking, and monitoring progress against strategic goals.
What You'll Do

• Support the strategic planning process: Help organize workshops, conduct research, and synthesize findings into actionable plans.

• Assist in defining strategic objectives and KPIs: Collaborate on setting measurable goals for key initiatives.

• Contribute to scenario planning and risk assessments: Help analyze potential future scenarios and associated risks.

• Conduct market and competitive research: Identify macro trends, industry shifts, opportunities, and threats.

• Monitor competitor activities: Track competitor strategies, performance, and market positioning.

• Synthesize complex data: Translate findings into clear, concise insights for leadership.

• Support strategic initiative execution: Assist with project planning, milestone tracking, and resource allocation.

• Monitor progress: Help track the organization's progress against strategic objectives and recommend adjustments as needed.

What You'll Bring

• Currently pursuing an MBA or Master's degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.

• Strong interest in corporate strategy, consulting, or related analytical roles.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to break down complex information.

• Proficiency in research methodologies and data synthesis.

• Highly organized with strong project management support skills.

• A collaborative team player with excellent communication abilities.

• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with some ambiguity.

Our Values at FreshDirect
We live these values every day:
A Passion for our customers
Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We listen, innovate, and act quickly to exceed expectations with every order and interaction.
One team, one mission
Everyone contributes & every role matters. We break silos, lift each other up, and share a relentless focus on delivering results. That way, we win together.
Delivering excellence, every time
We take pride in the quality of our food, service, and the experience we create. Our team goes above and beyond to earn trust and guarantee 100% freshness.
Act with integrity
We operate with honesty, respect, and accountability in how we treat our customers, teammates, and partners. We own our outcomes and always do what's right, even when no one is watching.
Make fast, bold decisions
We challenge the status quo, embrace technology, and take smart risks to build a better future. At the same time, we stay true to our NYC roots and care for our community.
We love food. Yes, literally all of us.
What You'll Love About Working Here

• A fast-paced, innovative environment where ideas turn into action
• Opportunities for growth - many of our leaders have risen through the ranks
• Direct impact on how thousands of customers experience food every day

Salary
$23-$25
Total Rewards & Benefits
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• PTO, Safe & Sick Time, and Paid Holidays
• Medical, Vision, Dental, and Voluntary Disability coverage
• 401(k) with employer match and Life Insurance
• State-of-the-art Bronx campus with on-site basketball court, cafeteria, and employee market
• Onsite FREE parking
• FREE employee shuttle bus service from nearby Subway station
• Training, leadership development, and tuition discount at local colleges
• 20% employee discount on FreshDirect online orders and Brooklyn wine store
• Minimum 50% employee discount at our onsite employee market
• Mobile phone discounts through partnerships with T-Mobile and Verizon
• Gym membership discounts through NYSC
Our CultureWe embrace an in-office culture, composed of individuals who thrive on the collaboration and energy that comes from working together in a shared space. We are looking for people who excel in this environment, where physical presence enhances connections and engagement. At FreshDirect, we've created an environment that thrives on teamwork, where associates can innovate, grow, and have successful careers. Many of our leaders have successfully come up through our ranks. Because of our team's extraordinary efforts, we are a leading innovator in the e-commerce and grocery industries.
Equal OpportunityWe are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Fresh Direct, LLC and its affiliates do not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by federal, state, or local law.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the Team member(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Position expectations may be subject to change as the needs of the organization changes.