Graduate Intern Special Projects RD Focus

Company: K9 Resorts Job Title: Graduate Intern – Special Projects (R&D Focus) Location: Berkeley Heights, NJ (On-site) Compensation: $20/hour Job Type: Full-Time Internship (30–40 hours/week) Duration: 6 months or longer Start Date: May 2025 Reports To: CEO, K9 Resorts

Launch Your Career with a One-of-a-Kind Executive Internship

Are you a forward-thinking graduate student ready to make your mark? Join K9 Resorts, the award-winning leader in luxury pet care, as a Special Projects Intern, a rare opportunity to work side-by-side with the Co-CEO, Co-Founder and visionary entrepreneur along with the C-Suite team on high-level, R&D-style initiatives shaping the future of a national brand.

This isn’t your average internship. You’ll step into a role supporting the executive team and drive meaningful work across operations, innovation, marketing, IT and brand strategies.

What You’ll Do

Work closely with the Co-CEO, Co-Founder and visionary entrepreneur/C-Suite team to develop research and development projects for operational improvements, new services, and emerging technology

Analyze franchise data, consumer insights, and market trends to identify growth opportunities

Develop and present project roadmaps, executive summaries, and data-backed recommendations

Coordinate cross-functional pilot programs with real-world impact

Conduct competitor benchmarking and track key performance indicators

Own timelines, deliverables, and outcomes for assigned initiatives

Assist in creating SOP’s for any processes we put in place

What We’re Looking For

Enrolled in a graduate program (MBA, M.S. in Hospitality, or related field)

Self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset and exceptional research skills

Strong communicator with polished writing and presentation abilities

Detail-oriented, analytical, and organized

Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment

A keen attention to detail

An extreme sense of urgency, gets things done

What You’ll Gain

Executive-level mentorship directly from the Co-CEO, Co-Founder and visionary entrepreneur & C-Suite team

Hands-on leadership and innovation experience in a high-growth, fast paced franchise brand

A front-row seat to business strategy, operations, and R&D execution

A portfolio of meaningful work that sets you apart after graduation for future job opportunities

About K9 Resorts

K9 Resorts is an internationally recognized luxury pet care brand, known for setting the standard in five-star boarding and daycare. With over 170 locations developed nationwide and 20+ years of success, we’re proud to offer an elevated experience for pets, and the professionals who care for them.

This is a paid internship open to graduate-level students currently enrolled in a master’s program (MBA, MS in Hospitality, or similar). Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and be available to work on-site in Berkeley Heights, NJ. While this position does not guarantee future employment, top-performing interns may be considered for long-term opportunities within our organization.

To apply, please submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchise. All inquiries about employment at this franchise should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to K9 Resorts Corporate.