About the role#
This is a 10-week summer internship based in Atlanta. You will work with the Culinary team to gain experience in the restaurant industry. You will contribute to real projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and build your professional network. This is a full-time, paid position.
What you'll do#
- Support the Culinary team in developing, testing, and refining new and existing products.
- Participate in product testing and translate feedback into actionable insights.
- Conduct research on food trends, ingredients, competitors, and consumer preferences to inform innovation.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to support projects from concept through execution.
- Organize and analyze project data, test results, and product information to help inform recommendations.
- Complete a meaningful summer project that delivers value to the team and the business.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in a college or university program or graduated within the past 6 months.
- Strong academic performance and a desire to grow professionally.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
- Curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to ask questions.
- Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
- Comfort using Microsoft Office and learning new tools.
- Ability to work collaboratively with team members at all levels.
Location & details#
- Location: Atlanta, Georgia
- Term: Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Employment type: Full-time
- Paid position: Yes
- Sponsorship: No
About Papa Johns
Papa Johns operates in the restaurant industry. Founded in 1984, the company maintains headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia. It manages a network of corporate offices, distribution centers, and restaurants. The organization employs nearly 30,000 people across its international operations.
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