Business Development Internship

About the Internship

Gain real-world business, marketing, and leadership experience this summer! As a Business Development Intern, you’ll get hands‑on experience in both growing a brand in the community and improving business operations inside the restaurant.

Requirements

• Juniors or Seniors (Business, Marketing, Management, or related majors)
• GPA 3.0+ preferred
• Student Organization Leader and or proven leadership track record
• Previous work experience (1–2 years)

Additional Information:

• Reports to:
  
  Talent Department
• Pay: $15.00/hour
• Travel Requirements:15% local driving
• Status/Classification:
  
  Full-Time: 30-40 hours (Temporary classification: internship)

Dates (8 Week Program):

• ~ June 1 - July 24, 2027
• ~ Cannot miss first or last week of the program
• ~ 1 week off is allowed, but work will have to be made up another week

Work Days:

• Monday-Saturday: OPEN Availability
• Evening availability for special events
• Open 1 day a week (open at 5 AM)
• Close 1 night a week (until 11:30 PM)
• Work 25 hours a week minimum in restaurant Operations

Responsibilities

• Business rotational program
  - Serve in various restaurant roles (Front of House, Back of House, Sales and Brand Growth, Talent, etc.) - every week, participants will learn new areas of the business while applying Pathway knowledge each step
• Pathway Training
  - Chick-fil-A’s training program
• All basic Chick-fil-A Team Member Duties and Responsibilities are also required
• To respond with “My Pleasure” when a customer says “Thank You”
• To demonstrate eye contract, friendly tone and smile with each customer
• Build relationships with guests and team members
• Analyze business data (sales, speed of service, food costs, etc.)
• Support the business in different areas and projects (ex: breaking car count records, increasing sales and team member engagement with Limited Time Offers, etc.)

Skills and Qualities

• Activator
• Punctual
• Relationship Builder
• Project Management
• Strong Written/Oral Communication skills
• Resilient
• Proficient in all Google office, Canva

Benefits

• Paid experience ($15/hour) + mileage reimbursement (related to business)
• Leadership mentorship from Chick-fil-A leaders
• Complimentary meals (~$500 value) & uniform package (~$200 value)
• Networking with business and community leaders
• Chick-fil-A Support Center Corporate Tour
• College credit (if applicable)
• Opportunity to interview for a full-time position

Working at a Chick-fil-A® restaurant is more than a job – it’s an opportunity for teamwork and leadership development in a positive, people-focused environment. Most Chick-fil-A restaurants are locally owned and operated by independent, franchised Operators who invest in the future of their Team Members and give back to their communities.