Careers at DQ

Part of having a great career is working in a great environment. At DQ, you’ll find a family-friendly, customer-orientated culture. We know you want to make a difference and achieve great things-and have fun doing it!

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

Enjoy Great Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits package for full time employees* includes company-paid medical, dental, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability for the employee, 401(k) with match, flexible spending accounts, vacation and sick time.

*Benefits and eligibility requirements may vary for corporate owned restaurant employees.

Go Global

International Dairy Queen, Inc. has locations in (but not limited to):
United States
Canada
Mexico
Asia
Middle East

Join an Industry Leader

International Dairy Queen, Inc. a wholly-owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. includes:
Over 5,600 Dairy Queen® stores
280 Orange Julius® stores
26 Karmelkorn® Shoppes

We’re a global organization that has successfully retained its small company feel- valuing relationships, integrity, unity, and growth. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, our 2,400 employees take pride in delivering valuable support to our operators and a smile to our customers all over the world.

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. Click here to read the article.

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 or future consideration - you will be notified via email to confirm receipt of your interest in potential career opportunities with Dairy Queen.

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.