Workforce Strategy Intern (Charlotte, Summer '27, Hybrid)

Compass Group USA; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from Workforce Strategy

Hybrid schedule

10-week Corporate Intern Program

Job summary

Compass Group USA is seeking a Summer Workforce Strategy Intern in Charlotte, NC, to learn hands‑on in enterprise workforce initiatives. The role collaborates with operations, finance, HR, and technology teams to improve labor performance through data‑driven insights.

You will contribute to labor optimization, analytics, compliance, and workforce technology, within the 10‑week Corporate Intern Program, with three days in‑person and two remote days weekly.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Data Science or similar with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret and summarize data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present information clearly.
• Ability to work independently as well as in partnership with team members.

Responsibilities

• Support enterprise-wide scheduling, timekeeping, labor pooling, and workforce productivity initiatives.
• Analyze workforce and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Support dashboard development, reporting, and data validation to drive actionable insights.
• Track project plans, action items, risks, dependencies, and deliverables.
• Assist with project updates, presentations, documentation, and stakeholder communications.
• Support pilots, user acceptance testing, release readiness, and process improvement efforts.
• Develop process maps, user resources, training materials, and other tools to improve adoption and user experience.
• Provide support to field operators, Sector leadership, and internal partners.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Independent worker

Team player

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Data Science program

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

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Internship Program Duration: May 17th, 2027- July 22nd, 2027 (40 hours a week, Monday-Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM)
Internship Location: Charlotte, NC

WE ARE a family of companies delivering the best in food, hospitality, and support services. As the leading foodservice and support services company in the US, we are known for our great people, great service, and great results. If you've been hungry and away from home, chances are you've tasted our delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. Our 250,000 associates work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, stadiums, arenas, convention centers, museums, and much more - in all 50 states.

WE BELIEVE that each and every employee plays a key role in our growth, innovation, evolution, and legacy. We know that the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting diverse talent that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar in everything we do .

YOU ARE someone that is passionate about developing yourself and those around you. You enjoy being a part of a team that is collaborative, innovative, and driven to succeed. You are inspired to create lasting, memorable experiences for guests. You believe in delivering great service to guests, building strategic partnerships with clients, and continuing to learn and improve each day. You are flexible, adaptable, and are able to act decisively with little or no supervision.

Job Description

The Workforce Strategy team is seeking a Summer Intern to join our team and gain hands‑on experience supporting enterprise workforce initiatives at Compass Group. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals who partner with operations, finance, HR, and technology teams to improve workforce performance across the organization. As a Workforce Strategy Intern, you will contribute to projects focused on labor optimization, workforce analytics, compliance, and workforce technology. You will help support initiatives that enable our associates, field operators, and financial leaders to better manage labor costs, reduce risk, improve compliance, and simplify workforce management through data‑driven insights and innovative solutions. This internship is part of Compass Group's 10‑week Corporate Intern Program. The position follows a hybrid schedule, with three days per week in‑person at Compass Group's Headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina, and two days working remotely.

Responsibilities

• Support enterprise -wide scheduling, timekeeping, labor pooling, and workforce productivity initiatives .
• Analyze workforce and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities .
• Support dashboard development, reporting, and data validation to drive actionable insights .
• Track project plans, action items, risks, dependencies, and deliverables .
• Assist with project updates, presentations, documentation, and stakeholder communications .
• Support pilots, user acceptance testing, release readiness, and process improvement efforts .
• Develop process maps, user resources, training materials, an d other tools to improve adoption and user experience .
• Provide support to field operators, Sector leadership, and internal partners .

What You'll Gain

• Exposure to executive‑level strategy and enterprise decision‑making
• Hands‑on experience with Power BI, workforce analytics, and business intelligence
• Opportunity to work on projects with measurable business impact
• Mentorship from Workforce S trategy and business leaders
• Networking opportunities through Compass Group's Corporate Intern Program
• Experience presenting findings and recommendations to stakeholders

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Data Science or similar program with a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret and summarize data
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present information clearly, professionally, and efficiently
• Ability to work independe ntly as well as in partnership with team members
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines
• Self‑motivated, proactive, curious, and eager to learn in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• F amiliarity with Power BI, Tableau, or other dashboarding and data visualization tools preferred.

At this time , employment‑based visa and permanent residency sponsorship is not currently available for this position.

• This is a paid intern position; however, it is not eligible for paid time off (PTO) or benefits such as medical, dental, vision, etc.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Compass Group maintains a drug‑free workplace.