2027 Summer Intern - Cyber Security

Papa John's International , Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Papa Johns USA, Inc. in Atlanta is offering a 10-week Summer Internship focused on cybersecurity awareness. You’ll work hands-on with a team, contribute to meaningful projects, and gain real-world experience in the fast-paced QSR industry.

During the internship you’ll coordinate security campaigns, analyze phishing trends, and create training content while learning from leaders across the business. This role is designed to grow your professional network and skills.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a college/university program or recent graduate within 6 months.
• Strong academic performance and a desire to grow professionally.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Curious, proactive, and ready to learn from others.
• Organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and learning new tools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate monthly phishing simulation campaigns and track participation/results.
• Prepare security awareness metrics and KPI dashboards.
• Analyze phishing trends and user-risk data.
• Create intranet articles, newsletters and training content, and awareness communications.
• Assist with annual, role-based, and PCI security training administration.
• Track training completion and produce compliance reports.
• Support Cybersecurity Awareness Month campaigns and events.
• Research human-risk trends and recommend awareness topics.
• Help maintain awareness program documentation and evidence for PCI, SOX, and audit activities.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Proactive learner

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Currently enrolled in a college or university program

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Papa Johns Summer Internship

Spend 10 weeks getting real-world experience in the fast-paced QSR industry — and doing work that actually matters. You’ll work hands‑on with a team, take on meaningful projects, and have the opportunity to make an impact from day one. Along the way, you’ll connect with leaders across the business, get an inside look at the QSR industry, build your professional network, and participate in career development experiences designed to help you grow. This isn’t about getting coffee or sitting on the sidelines. It’s about putting your skills to work, learning how a real business operates, and getting a feel for where your career could take you.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate monthly phishing simulation campaigns and track participation/results.
• Prepare security awareness metrics and KPI dashboards.
• Analyze phishing trends and user‑risk data.
• Create intranet articles, newsletter and training content, and awareness communications.
• Assist with annual, role‑based, and PCI security training administration.
• Track training completion and produce compliance reports.
• Support Cybersecurity Awareness Month campaigns and events.
• Research human‑risk trends and recommend awareness topics.
• Help maintain awareness program documentation and evidence for PCI, SOX, and audit activities.

Requirements and Skills

• Currently enrolled in a college or university program or graduate within the past 6 months
• Strong academic performance and a demonstrated interest in learning and growing professionally
• Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship‑building skills
• Curious, proactive, and willing to ask questions, take initiative, and learn from others
• Organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Comfortable working with Microsoft Office and learning new tools and technology
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members at all levels and contribute in a professional corporate environment

Our Values

• EVERYONE BELONGS - We believe connectedness and belonging are the essential ingredients to our success
• DO THE RIGHT THING - We are relentlessly focused on quality and integrity and make the right choices, even when it’s difficult
• PEOPLE FIRST - To craft positive experiences for our customers, we take care of each other first
• INNOVATE TO WIN - We champion and challenge for a better way in all we do
• HAVE FUN - We find joy, create meaningful impact and celebrate the journey together

Our Core Competencies

• CUSTOMER CENTRIC - We leverage data and insights to craft a customer experience that builds relationships, cultivates trust, and delivers excellence
• RESULTS DRIVEN – We focus on measurable outcomes by remaining optimistic, tenacious, and persistent even in the face of challenges
• CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT - We champion for better through strategic risk taking, experimentation and challenging the status quo
• BIAS FOR ACTION - We courageously lead, drive towards decisions, and maintain agility to meet the demands of our dynamic industry
• WINNING TOGETHER - We work together to unlock our full potential by actively collaborating and contributing in a cross‑functional capacity

Papa Johns is an equal opportunity employer. Papa Johns is a federal contractor that participates in the E‑Verify program to confirm employment eligibility for each new team member. We also comply with all Right to Work requirements. Official E‑Verify and Right to Work notices are available for applicants to review in both English and Spanish.

Everybody loves pizza, which means they also love the people who are behind the scenes working to deliver it. This is complex and challenging work – but let’s face it – it’s also pizza! If you want a fulfilling career with a company that’s always moving forward, we’re the right place.

Papa John's is a Federal Contract employer who participates in E‑Verify to confirm employment eligibility for each new team member. For more information please view the following PDFs: E‑Verify Poster (English) - Right to Work Poster (English) - E‑Verify Poster (Spanish) - Right to Work Poster (Spanish) Papa John's is an Affimative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information please click on the following PDF. See terms & conditions for site use.

At Papa John's, we LOVE pizza. It brings people together and brings out the best in all of us. Just like our ingredients and toppings, we combine in unique ways to deliver a truly tantalizing result. Here, you’re a valued team member right from the start. We want you to contribute your best ideas, collaborate and keep building your skills.