
Department: Business Process & Digital Transformation
Location: Corporate Office (In‑Office)
Internship Length: 10 Weeks | June 8, 2026 – August 14, 2026
Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour
Schedule: Full‑Time, In‑Office
The Business Process Intern will support digital transformation initiatives through business process analysis and optimization. This role focuses on reviewing existing workflows, identifying inefficiencies, and recommending improvements that incorporate AI, machine learning, and automation technologies.
The intern will assist in designing and documenting streamlined processes that improve operational efficiency, scalability, and system performance while contributing to enterprise‑wide process improvement initiatives.
The Five Guys Internship Program is a paid, hands‑on experience designed for students seeking real exposure to how a fast‑growing, people‑first organization operates. Interns work closely with corporate and field teams on meaningful projects, gain insight into day‑to‑day business operations, and develop practical skills that translate directly into a professional career.
Throughout the program, interns receive mentorship, collaborate with leaders, and complete a capstone project presented to leadership—while being treated as a true part of the Five Guys team.
To be considered, applicants must submit:
Applicants must be able to commit to a full‑time, in‑office schedule for the 10‑week summer internship program.

History:
*1986: The first Five Guys location opens in Arlington, VA.
*1986 - 2001: Five Guys opens five locations around the DC metro-area and perfected their business of making burgers… and starts to build a cult-like following.
* 2002: Five Guys decides DC metro-area residents shouldn't be the only ones to experience their burgers and start to franchise in Virginia and Maryland.
* 2003: Five Guys sells out of franchise territory within 18 months and starts to open the rest of the country for franchise rights.
* 2003 - 2012: Five Guys expands to over 1,000 locations in the U.S. and Canada.
* In July 2013, Five Guys opens the first location outside of North America in London, England.
* Our International HQ in Amsterdam, NL opened in 2016.
* Today, we have more than 1,900 locations open in North America, Canada, UK, Middle East, Europe, APAC and growing.