Strategy Intern

Didi-Global-; Ciudad de México; On-site; MXN 89,000 - 134,000; Part time

Job summary

DiDi Global Inc. in Mexico City is seeking a Strategy Intern for the Fintech Strategy team. You will monitor the competitive landscape, explore new markets, and translate local dynamics into actionable, data-driven recommendations for senior leaders in China and Mexico.

The role offers exposure to top leaders and the chance to shape strategic initiatives across DiDi Fintech in LatAm, working in a fast-paced, cross-cultural environment.

Qualifications

• Background in finance or economics with strong analytical toolkit.
• Ability to dig into data, markets and regulation to uncover insights.
• Structured, concise reporting and clear communication in English.
• Attention to detail and precision in models and memos when advising senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Monitor competitive landscape and identify threats and opportunities in Mexico.
• Explore new markets and product verticals for DiDi Fintech in LatAm.
• Translate local dynamics into data-driven recommendations for leadership.
• Collaborate with cross-cultural teams and adapt to an evolving business context.

Skills

Finance

Economics

Analytical toolkit

Data analysis

Written English

Education

Finance or Economics degree

Job description

Company Overview

DiDi Global Inc. is the world’s leading mobility technology platform. It offers a wide range of app-based services across markets including Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Africa, including ride hailing, taxi hailing, chauffeur, hitch and other forms of shared mobility as well as auto solutions, food delivery, intra-city freight, and financial services.

DiDi provides car owners, drivers, and delivery partners with flexible work and income opportunities. It is committed to collaborating with policymakers, the taxi industry, the automobile industry and the communities to solve the world’s transportation, environmental and employment challenges through the use of AI technology and localized smart transportation innovations. DiDi strives to create better life experiences and greater social value, by building a safe, inclusive and sustainable transportation and local services ecosystem for cities of the future.

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Team Overview

A key unit within the Strategy & Planning (S&P) function, the Fintech Strategy team is small and highly selective. It is made up of highly accomplished professionals with backgrounds in technology, management consulting, and investment banking. It has a central role in helping our top leaders answer their most pressing questions and support their most impactful decisions. Our team partners directly with senior stakeholders based in China, to frame problems, structure thinking, conduct research, and generate insights that drive high-impact decisions across DiDi Fintech in Mexico and, increasingly, the broader LatAm region. Members of this team share an endless sense of curiosity and are able to turn raw data into valuable knowledge and actionable insights. Our team works on strategic initiatives that shape our product roadmap, market positioning, and long-term growth, connecting on-the-ground realities in Mexico with the priorities of our global headquarters in China. The team is focused on the future, delegating the execution of plans to local operational teams while they're already looking forward to what will come after, working several steps ahead, to establish a path forward.

Role Responsibilities

• Exposed to influential leaders and learn how decision-making happens in the highest levels of corporate strategy.
• As a Strategy Intern you’ll be monitoring the competitive landscape to identify emerging threats and opportunities, exploring new markets and product verticals, and serving as our “eyes on the ground” for Mexico’s evolving macroeconomic environment and regulatory context.
• The work is dynamic and evolves with the needs of the business, requiring a proactive and adatable mindset.
• You’ll help DiDi’s leadership in China and Mexico understand where to play and how to win, translating local dynamics into clear, data-driven recommendations while being attentive to cultural nuances and strategic implications.

Role Qualifications

• A background in finance or economics, and a curious mind paired with a strong analytical toolkit to match it.
• You enjoy digging into data, markets, and regulation to uncover insights, and you can structure complex problems into clear, actionable reports.
• You are an intelectual with an interest in finance and the economy, and a collaborative team player who thrives in fast-paced, cross-cultural environments, and you communicate in concise, well-structured written English.
• You care about details, whether in a model, a slide, or a short memo, because you understand that precision and clarity are essential when advising senior leaders on high-stakes decisions.

EEO Statement

• We create customer value – We strive to always create valuable experiences for our users in everything we do. Our focus is to always innovate new experiences that are safe, pleasant, and efficient.
• We are data-driven – We are strong believers in making informed decisions, that’s why we are data-driven. We can better navigate the business landscape strategically by analyzing valuable metrics.
• We believe in Win-win Collaboration – Success is a team sport. When we work to help our partners and colleagues win, we win, too. While keeping everyone's best interest at heart, we communicate with candor and execute with excellence in all we do.
• We believe in integrity – Integrity is at the very core of our business. We are people who always want to do the right thing. Our intentions are sincere, we speak our minds and listen to each other.
• We always strive to do better. That means venturing beyond our comfort zones, learning from our mistakes, and helping each other grow.
• We believe in Diversity and Inclusion – Diversity is one of our biggest strengths. Our differences are what makes us distinct. We respect each other and believe in equal opportunities for all.

We are committed to building inclusive and diverse teams.

At DiDi, we believe that our differences are our biggest source of strength. That’s why we are committed to promoting equal opportunities to all candidates and employees as an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment and advancement decisions at DiDi are always made based on the needs of the position and the qualifications of the candidate. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on their gender, age, sexual orientation, nationality, marital status, pregnancy/maternity, disability, race, religion and beliefs, or any other status protected by applicable laws wherever we operate.

We are committed to building inclusive and diverse teams, and a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment, because that’s how we create better products and services, make better decisions and better serve the communities we’re a part of.