International Dairy Queen, Inc. a wholly-owned subsidiary of Berkshire-Hathaway, Inc. Dairy Queen operators have been providing consumers with crave-satisfying treats and food since 1940. For more information about Dairy Queen select any of the links below. The founders of the Dairy Queen system were men and women who introduced a new kind of dessert treat and, in the process, developed the foundation of the franchising industry. Read about the "Dairy Queen" system's story of sweet success. Dairy Queen operators have been giving back to their communities for more than 60 years. Find out about our association with the Children's Miracle Network. We have many exciting career opportunities at IDQ. Our organization's recruitment and career placement practices demonstrate our commitment to providing Equal Employment Opportunities.