2027 Summer Intern - Supply Chain Operations

Papa Johns; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Papa Johns Summer Internship in Louisville offers a 10-week hands-on experience in the fast-paced QSR industry. You will work with a team on meaningful projects, interact with leaders, and gain real-world insights into how a business operates.

This role emphasizes growth, learning, and contributing from day one. You will collaborate across sourcing, distribution, and operations while developing reporting and analytics skills.

Qualifications

• 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 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.

Responsibilities

• Support supply chain initiatives across sourcing, distribution, inventory, and operational processes.
• Analyze supply chain and operational data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Partner with cross-functional teams and supply chain partners to support projects and solve business challenges.
• Help monitor key performance metrics and develop reporting for visibility into supply chain performance.
• Research industry trends, processes, and best practices to identify opportunities to improve efficiency.
• Take on a meaningful summer project that delivers value to the Supply Chain Operations team

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Curiosity

Initiative

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Currently enrolled in college or university or graduated within 6 months

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

What’s Unique About You Is What Makes Us Better! Diversity is our strength and competitive advantage. Bring your flavor to the Papa John's team today!

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

• Support supply chain initiatives across sourcing, distribution, inventory, and operational processes.
• Analyze supply chain and operational data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Partner with cross-functional teams and supply chain partners to support projects and solve business challenges.
• Help monitor key performance metrics and develop reporting that provides visibility into supply chain performance.
• Research industry trends, processes, and best practices to identify opportunities to improve efficiency and the overall supply chain experience.
• Take on a meaningful summer project that delivers value to the Supply Chain Operations team and the broader business.

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 Aff…

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