2026 Aramark Emerging Leaders Program

Thurgood Marshall College Fund•UNAVAILABLE, UNAVAILABLE

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and Aramark are pleased to host the Aramark Emerging Leaders Program. Aramark proudly serves millions of guests every day through food and facilities services in 16 countries worldwide. Because we are rooted in service, we do great things for our people, our partners, our community, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is on helping you reach your full potential. As part of our commitment to providing equal employment and career growth opportunities, we proudly support Historically Black Colleges and Universities. We welcome you to explore exciting and fulfilling career opportunities at Aramark and pursue what matters. This program is geared toward HBCU scholars interested in career opportunities at Aramark. The Aramark Emerging Leaders Program is a structured interview process that will allow interested students to apply and be considered for the Aramark Internship Program (Paid Internship; Freshman - Junior) and the Aramark Manager Accelerator Program (MAP) (Graduating Senior). Finalists will travel and participate in a two-day immersion focused on career exploration and professional development. This will give selected candidates critical insight into the day-to-day experience of Aramark Operations.

Requirements

Must currently be enrolled at select Historically Black Colleges and Universities
Eligible candidates are those who have faced challenges including, but not limited to, life situations in which their opportunities were diminished significantly by factors beyond their control, such as socio-economic status, discrimination, sparse academic resources or opportunities, and/or other similar adverse circumstances on their path to a hospitality career.
U.S. Citizens and/or Permanent Work Authorization in the U.S.
Must have a minimum cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.0
Must not have already accepted an opportunity for summer 2027 or full-time employment
Must currently be pursuing a bachelor’s in one of the designated majors: Hospitality Management, Hospitality & Tourism Management, Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management, Culinary Arts / Food Science or Related, Business Administration / Management, Facilities Management, Operations Management
If selected as a finalist, you must have the availability to attend the immersion from October 26-27, 2026.

Nice To Haves

Freshman - Junior for Internship Program
Graduating between December 2026 and June 2027 for Manager Accelerator Program (MAP)

Responsibilities

Engage in candid conversations with senior leaders about career growth, leadership, and the future of the industry.
Strengthen your professional toolkit through workshops focused on leadership presence, networking, and navigating your career journey.
Gain insight into diverse career paths across hospitality, facilities, and operations – while being considered for Aramark Early Career Programs.
Discover how Aramark delivers exceptional experiences for clients, guests, and communities through its culture of service and innovation through its culture of hospitality.