McDonald's took time dedicate a day to the millions of people who have spent time behind the counter, and we're loving it! Source: McDonald's / McDonald's Dubbing it the brand's first-ever "1 in 8 Day," the beloved fast-food chain launched a mentorship program meant to spotlight the real-life career paths that can start with a headset and a lunch rush. In a Jan. 8 press release, McDonald's said the day was built around the statistic that "1 in 8 Americans have worked at a McDonald's restaurant," connecting more than 40 million people nationwide through a shared work experience.