Chick-fil-A Operations Internship Fall 2026 or Spring 2027

Chick-fil-A; Six Forks (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule & Sundays Off

Free Food for Shifts

50% Off Store Discount

Planet Fitness Classic Reimbursement

Team Member Referral Bonus up to $125

College Scholarship Opportunities up 1

Job summary

Chick-fil-A is offering an Operations Internship for Fall 2026 or Spring 2027 at our Raleigh, NC locations. This paid internship runs for one semester, with 20–30 hours weekly split between operations tasks and leadership exposure. You’ll work with the Operating Partner and Directors to build processes and systems while balancing classes.

You’ll gain leadership development, hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment, and access to scholarship opportunities and benefits.

Qualifications

• Acquired a Bachelor's degree or currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot, problem-solve, and make quick decisions daily.
• Ability to set goals and motivate a team toward achieving those goals.
• Proven ability to recognize strengths and passions in others.
• Desire to develop people of all ages and skill levels.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, teamwork, and leadership skills.
• Customer service oriented.
• Proficient multitasking and time management skills.
• Self-starter, creative, and flexible.
• Servant spirit with a strong sense of stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Work with Operating Partner and Directors to build leadership processes.
• Develop restaurant systems that set up a shift for sustained success.
• Assist with performance management for all team members.
• Participate in development of team recognition and incentive programs.
• Maintain vision alignment with Operator and leadership team.
• Complete a project based on business needs and your interests.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Time management

Customer service

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress

Job description

Chick-fil-A Chick-fil-A Operations Internship Fall 2026 or Spring 2027

Falls Village, 6701 Falls of Neuse Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615

Six Forks & Strickland, 8661 Six Forks Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615

Position Type:

Paid internship for 1 semester; 20-30 hours per week with hours split in operations and with leaders in the business. We will work around classes and adjust hours for applicants who are actively in school.

Mission:

To identify individuals who perform exceptionally in operations, extend the impact of the leadership team by spearheading all of Upper Leadership’s goals, and create cost-effective solutions to protect our bottom line.

Benefits:

• Flexible Schedule & Sundays Off
• Free Food for Shifts
• 50% Off Store Discount
• Planet Fitness Classic Reimbursement
• Team Member Referral Bonus up to $125
• College Scholarship Opportunities up to $25,000/year
• Leadership Development
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Supplemental, Short Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (counseling services)
• Audible Reimbursement up to 1 book per month

Responsibilities:

• Work alongside the Operating Partner and all Directors to build and execute best-in-class Leadership processes
• Develop restaurant systems that set up a shift for sustained success
• Assist with the performance management process for all team members
• Participate in the development of team member recognition and incentive programs
• Maintain vision alignment with the Operator and the leadership team
• Complete a project based on business needs and your interests

Qualifications:

• Acquired a Bachelor’s degree or currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Ability to troubleshoot, problem-solve, and make quick decisions daily
Ability to set goals and motivate a team toward achieving those goals
• Proven ability to recognize strengths and passions in others
• Desire to develop people of all ages and skill levels
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, teamwork, and leadership skills
• Customer service oriented
• Proficient multi-tasking and time management skills
• Self-starter, creative, and flexible
• Servant spirit with a strong sense of stewardship

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.