Operations Management Intern, Summer 2027 -… at Cargill · Minneapol…

Summary: Cargill is a global company with a commitment to building a sustainable future and nurturing careers. They are seeking an Operations Management Intern for the summer of 2027, which will provide hands-on experience in plant operations and prepare the intern for a future role as an Operations Management Associate. Responsibilities: - Understand leadership in safety and regulatory compliance consistent with our Guiding Principles. Food and Feed Safety are also of critical to our business - Understand what it takes to lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team of operations employees to ensure goals and standards of the organization are being met. Gain knowledge of Human Resources policies and strategies to maintain and increase employee engagement - Understand production maintenance to ensure plants are capable of serving and meeting customer requirements - Understand plant operations in alignment with all functions to achieve business and profitability objectives - Collaborate with teams in capital project initiatives to ensure ongoing market competitiveness of plant assets - Collaborate with teams in production process improvements through tools/activities Required Qualifications: - Currently pursuing Bachelors or Master's degree from an accredited program in any subject area, and graduating between December 2027 - May 2029 - Right to work in the U.S. that is not based solely on possession of a student visa or a visa sponsored by a third-party employer - Able to work collaboratively with varying individuals - Willing and able to relocate for the internship - Ability to contribute, both as part of a team and individually - Effective written and oral communication skills - Willingness to work 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts and weekends should the occasional need arise - Willingness to work in a variety of environments (office, outdoors, at heights, etc) - Proven ability to work optimally with individuals from a diverse set of backgrounds and cultures - Candidates must be geographically flexible and willing to relocate for an internship opportunity anywhere in the U.S - Must possess a high degree of initiative and resourcefulness in completing work with limited guidance Preferred Qualifications: - Pursuing an agriculture or business-related degree (including but not limited to Animal Science, Ag-Economics, Ag-Business, Ag-Education, Agronomy, Food Science, Feed Science, Meat Science, Grain Science, Operations Management, Ag-Systems Management, Ag-Engineering, Supply Chain, Mechanized Systems Management) Internship Start Date: Start in 2027 Summer Benefits: Paid time off, Mental Health and Wellbeing program, Digital Learning Library, Housing and Relocation Assistance for those that qualify, Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law, Access to volunteer and community outreach opportunities and paid time off for volunteer activities up to 2 hours/month, Participate in events that will give exposure to leadership, provide development opportunities, and offer the ability to network with cross-functional interns/co-ops across the U.S.