The Coca-Cola Company

Franchise Operations Intern

US - GA - Atlanta Full time

Location(s):

United States of America

City/Cities:

Atlanta

Travel Required:

00% - 25%

Relocation Provided:

No

Job Posting End Date:

January 23, 2026

Shift:

Job Description Summary:

Candidates are encouraged to apply to 3 or fewer internship roles during a given internship recruiting cycle

Position Overview:
Join us at The Coca-Cola Company in our flagship Atlanta market, where iconic brands meet bold ideas. As a Franchise Leadership Intern, you’ll gain a front-row seat to how we partner with bottlers to drive growth and innovation. This isn’t just an internship—it’s your chance to make an impact on strategic initiatives that shape the future of our business.

 

What You’ll Do:

  • Drive Big Ideas: Contribute to the development and execution of high-priority initiatives that influence our franchise system.

  • Analyze & Optimize: Support ongoing performance management and dig deep into root causes of commercial and operational trends.

  • Solve Challenges: Troubleshoot issues and help craft solutions that keep our operations running smoothly.

  • Spot Opportunities: Identify growth levers and help us unlock new potential in the market.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Must be currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree or have graduated from their degree program no earlier than December 2025.

  • Skills that set you apart:

    • Sharp attention to detail

    • Strategic thinking with a big-picture mindset

    • Comfort navigating ambiguity and pivoting when needed

    • A proactive, problem-solving attitude

Why This Internship:

  • Flagship Market Exposure: Work in Atlanta, the heart of our operations and a hub for innovation.

  • Real Impact: Your contributions will influence how we collaborate with bottlers and execute strategies.

  • Networking & Growth: Connect with leaders and gain insights into one of the world’s most recognized brands.

Monthly Salary (undergraduate): $4,506

Monthly Salary (graduate): $6,066

Location: Atlanta, Georgia

Dates of Internship: May 18 - July 31, 2026

Skills:

Detail-Oriented, Managing Ambiguity, organization, Performance Management (PM), Strategic Thinking, Taking Initiative

Our Purpose and Growth Culture:

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.

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