Careers at DQ

We offer challenging and exciting career opportunities in a variety of areas including:
Administration
Architecture & Design
Distribution & Logistics
Human Resources
Legal
Marketing
Real Estate
Research & Development
Restaurant Operations
Supply Chain Management

We're a global organization that has successfully maintained a small company feel-valuing integrity, teamwork, heritage, community, and growth.

Headquartered just outside of Minneapolis, in Edina, Minnesota, our employees deliver valuable support to our operators and a smile to our customers all over the world.

At DQ you will find a family-friendly, customer-orientated corporate environment.

Go Global

International Dairy Queen, Inc. has a presence in the following markets:
United States
Canada
Mexico
Asia
Middle East

Join an Industry Leader

International Dairy Queen, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. The Dairy Queen system has more than 5,800 stores worldwide and continues to experience growth in both new and existing markets.

We are located in 19 countries and have more than 70 years of franchising experience going back to the first store opening in Joliet, Illinois in 1940.

DQ is a Great Place to Work

Dairy Queen® was featured in the January 2009 issue of Minnesota Monthly. The article titled Great Places to Work features 48 of the cities coolest companies & their unique employee perks that set them apart.

How to Apply for a Corporate Position

If you are interested in a corporate position please


Once you have submitted your qualifications for a current opening - you will be notified via email to confirm receipt of your interest in potential career opportunities with Dairy Queen.

DQ® is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected classification. 

If you are interested in applying for employment with ADQ and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department via phone at 952.830.0200

NOTE: Our Human Resource Team is committed to providing all interested applicants the highest level of customer service. In order for us to respond in a timely and efficient manner we ask for your understanding with our inability to accept telephone requests for interviews or telephone inquiries on status of open positions.

How to Apply to a Store 

Dairy Queen Stores are independently owned and operated franchises; therefore we recommend you apply directly at the store of your choice.  Please use the Store Locator icon below to find DQ location closest to you.