2027 Aramark Internship Program (Multiple Locations)

Aramark Corporation; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Aramark Corporation seeks an Operations Intern for a paid summer experience designed for current college students seeking leadership exposure in a fast-paced, people-first environment.

Interns are embedded across Aramark's Lines of Business, gaining hands-on operations experience with mentorship and cohort learning. The program feeds into MAP and emphasizes growth within field operations.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program.
• Rising juniors and seniors preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership potential through campus involvement, prior work experience, or extracurricular activities.
• Strong verbal, written, and professional communication skills.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by operations.
• Eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside frontline team members, developing scheduling, coaching, and shift management understanding.
• Observe and support a safety-first, inclusive team environment aligned with Aramark's values.
• Shadow leadership in recruiting, onboarding, and employee engagement activities.
• Act as a visible, engaged presence on the floor during service periods.
• Support daily unit operations under the manager's direction, ensuring quality standards and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership potential

Verbal & written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree program

Majors: Hospitality, Operations Management, Culinary Arts, Food Service Management, Facilities Management, Business

Job description

The Operations Intern is Aramark's primary entry point for emerging talent. It is a paid, immersive summer experience designed for current college students who want real leadership exposure in a fast-paced, people-first environment. The structured, cohort-based program is designed to develop the next generation of field operations leaders.

Operations Interns are embedded in one of Aramark's eleven Lines of Business, focusing on Food & Hospitality, Facilities, or Refreshments services at client sites across the United States. The role combines hands-on operational experience with structured leadership development, mentorship, and cohort-based learning. Interns are expected to demonstrate strong leadership potential and a commitment to growth within Aramark's field operations organization.

The Aramark Internship Program is the primary pipeline into the Management Accelerator Program (MAP) and is built to identify and develop future field leaders from day one.

Job Responsibilities

People & Team Engagement

• Work alongside frontline team members, developing an understanding of scheduling, coaching, and shift management.
• Observe and support a safety-first, inclusive team environment aligned with Aramark's values and culture.
• Shadow leadership in recruiting, onboarding, and employee engagement activities.
• Act as a visible, engaged presence on the floor during service periods.

Operations Support

• Support daily unit or site operations under the direction of the manager, ensuring quality standards, compliance, and efficiency are consistently met.
• Learn and apply Aramark operating standards and client contractual requirements.
• Assist with inventory management, cost tracking, and vendor coordination under the direction of the manager.
• Contribute to financial performance goals including labor management, food or supply cost, and client satisfaction metrics.
• Support the execution of special events, promotions, or service changes as directed.

Professional Development

• Actively participate in all internship development programming, including virtual workshops and a capstone project.
• Engage with an assigned mentor from Aramark's Employee Resource Group (ERG) network.
• Complete milestone check-ins and development reviews.
• Build relationships within your intern cohort and broader Aramark network as a foundation for long-term career growth.

Location and Industry Information

Location and industry preferences and career interests will be collected through our screening and interview process for selected qualified candidates. Intern opportunities are available across the country in:

• Colleges & universities
• Cultural attractions
• Hospitals & healthcare facilities
• National & state parks
• Stadiums & arenas
• Workplaces & business dining facilities

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program. Hospitality, Operations Management, Culinary Arts, Food Service Management, Facilities Management, Business, or related majors preferred.
• Rising juniors and seniors preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership potential through campus involvement, prior work experience, or extracurricular activities.
• Strong verbal, written, and professional communication skills.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by operations.
• Eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Compensation Information

COMPENSATION: The salary range for this position is $18 to $30. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance to the extent that those laws apply to the opportunity.

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.