Inventory & Distribution Intern

Join Our Team:

As part of our Cinemark Universe, you will immerse yourself in a fun and fast-paced environment that offers rewarding learning experiences. With 500+ theatres and nearly 6,000 screens; we're truly a global presence of 20,000 movie lovers working together to make unforgettable experiences. 

2026 Summer Internship Program: 
Are you ready to launch your career in entertainment and make a real impact? Cinemark’s Corporate Internship Program is your gateway to hands-on experience, professional development, and meaningful connections – all from our dynamic and inclusive corporate office. Join us for the 2026 Summer Internship, taking place June 1st to August 7th at Cinemark’s Service Center in Plano, TX.

What’s in it for you?

• Meaningful Contributions: You’ll work on impactful projects that align with real business goals, giving you the opportunity to make a visible difference. You’ll gain hands-on experience and exposure to the inner workings of a publicly traded company with a global footprint.

• Mentorship & Support: You will be paired with a dedicated peer coach to guide your development and help you navigate the experience.

• Executive Exposure: The program culminates in a final presentation to Cinemark’s executive leadership – your chance to showcase your work and insights to key decision-makers.

• Fun & Engaging Events: Build lasting connections through social activities, development workshops, and exclusive opportunities to engage with senior leaders.

• Full-Time Immersion: A 40-hour workweek during standard business hours gives you a true feel for a professional work environment.

• Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a hybrid schedule with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote, designed to balance collaboration and flexibility.

• Competitive Pay: Earn a competitive hourly wage while gaining valuable industry experience and professional development.

The role of an Inventory & Distribution Intern:

This internship is a unique blend between Cinemark’s Food & Beverage and Operations teams, focused on reducing waste, improving inventory accuracy, and optimizing performance within our Hot Foods and Popcorn categories.

You will work directly with the Director of F&B Inventory & Distribution and collaborate with F&B Category Teams, F&B Ops, Finance, and field leadership to uncover insights that improve cost efficiency and guest experience.

You will support the rollout of improved waste‑tracking tools and performance dashboards, help theatre leaders interpret reporting, and contribute to ongoing improvements that drive measurable results.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze key Hot Foods & Popcorn metrics in PowerBI, including incidence, per cap, waste, and emerging KPIs.
• Identify high‑ and low‑performing theatres and highlight performance drivers and opportunities.
• Support the integration of Crunchtime waste data into PowerBI dashboards.
• Translate complex data into clear visualizations, summaries, and recommendations.
• Partner with Theatre GMs, Operations leaders, and Regional VPs by answering questions about new F&B dashboards, results, and KPIs.
• Gather field insights to help update processes and shape best practices.
• Support the rollout and adoption of new Hot Foods reporting tools across theatres.
• Assist with updating Hot Foods/Popcorn training materials as needed.
• Participate in occasional local theatre visits to observe real‑world operations.

Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Business, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Hospitality, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel; familiarity with PowerBI is a plus.
• Ability to clearly communicate insights to both corporate and field audiences.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Collaborative, curious, and eager to learn.
• Ability to work both independently and in cross‑functional team settings.

Here’s what our 2025 Interns had to say:

• "Through this internship, over the past ten weeks, I have been fortunate to experience incredible opportunities to grow both professionally and personally. I worked alongside outstanding people and gained valuable technical skills that I will carry throughout my career. I’m leaving this summer with lasting memories, meaningful relationships, and excitement for what comes next.” Cason Wetherill, Food & Beverage Inventory Intern

• “Over the past couple of months, I’ve grown tremendously—developing both technical and soft skills—while working in such a fun, welcoming, and enriching environment that truly made all the difference. I’m beyond grateful for the friendships built along the way and the memories I’ll carry forward. It’s safe to say that during my time here, I’ve watched more movies and eaten more popcorn than ever before—definitely the best “work perks” I could ask for.” Nicole Perdomo, Corporate Finance Intern

• “This internship has been one of the best professional development opportunities of my life. I’ve met some incredible people here, done some great work for my team, and learned a number of valuable skills. There’s more complexity to the movie distribution business than many people know- but Cinemark is a shining example of how to do it right. Many thanks for the good people of Cinemark for providing this absolutely CINEMATIC opportunity!” Stephan Norquist, Data Science Intern

DISCLAIMER: This job description is intended only as a general guideline of your duties and responsibilities at Cinemark and is not a legally binding contract. Cinemark reserves the right to amend, change or terminate the job description, as it deems appropriate. Any change amendments, or modifications may be implemented even though they have not been communicated, reprinted or substituted in this job description.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Cinemark is an Equal Opportunity Employer