Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who use new technologies, dynamic insights and over 157 years of experience to connect farmers with markets, customers with ingredients, and people and animals with the food they need to thrive.

　　Your Internship:

　　Gain real experience. Learn from the best. See how your work matters.

　　Our internships are designed to prepare you for your career journey, not a final destination. When you join our team, you are welcomed into a community committed to providing you with a safe environment to learn, grow and cultivate your skills. With our expansive learning resources, our well-respected leaders, and our carefully curated development courses, you will be equipped to confidently solve tomorrow's global issues. And, truthfully, our future relies on you. Your innovative minds, your intentional collaboration, and your sincere desire to nourish the world. Your work may be local, but at Cargill, your impact will be global. Join our community to cultivate your curiosity, develop meaningful relationships and propel your career.

　　Food Solutions Research and Development Internship:

　　The Renewables and Texture Product and Process Development group at Cargill will provide an internship opportunity for a student with a career interest in starches and other texturizers. This internship will provide the opportunity to apply knowledge gained in the classroom to a business environment. Projects will be determined based on individual qualifications.

　　Your Work:

　　You will be assigned to one or two core projects that will be substantive in nature. You will be the primary technical contributor for work on the project, with leadership support from the Renewables and Texture Product and Process Development team. Interns will have the opportunity to:

　　Gain immediate hands-on work experience in one of the world’s largest agribusiness companies

　　Participate in orientation, networking, mentoring relationships and other opportunities targeted towards personal and professional development

　　Receive periodic and candid feedback on job performance

　　Our Programming:

　　With comprehensive learning resources at your disposal, you can take your learning in any direction.

　　As employees, interns receive access to volunteer and community outreach opportunities and paid time off for volunteer activities.

　　Throughout the internship, interns and co-ops are invited to 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.

　　Internship details:

　　Internships are typically 12 weeks in duration.

　　Interns are paid hourly for time worked.

　　Interns are responsible for transportation to and from work.

　　Our Benefits:

　　No matter who you are or where you are, we have resources to meet your needs. As an intern, you’ll have access to a wide variety of programs to support you and help you thrive. Eligible programs and incentives include:

　　Paid time off*

　　Mental Health and Wellbeing program

　　Digital Learning Library

　　Housing and Relocation Assistance for those that qualify

　　*Minnesota-based employees: 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.

　　Our Network:

　　Your development is our priority. With our outstanding global network, you will establish relationships, acquire mentors, and build your professional contacts. Our program encourages and orchestrates networking opportunities that will benefit you now and in your future career. During the internship, you will also receive consistent support from university recruiting staff, mentors, colleagues, and your supervisor.

　　Our Vibrant Community:

　　At Cargill, you will be a part of our vibrant global community with a culture that celebrates diversity. This is a reflection of the clients we serve and generates an intellectually diverse set of employees. Business Resource Groups (BRGs) help us embrace our diversity, make our culture more inclusive and enhance our employees’ outstanding talents and perspectives to benefit our organization and employees.

　　Our U.S. Business Resource Groups include:

　　Asian Alliance Network, Cargill Young Professionals Network, Cargill Ability Network (iCAN), Cargill Ebony Council, Group Responsible for Orienting and Welcoming (GROW), Hispanic-Latino Council, Cargill Pride Network, Veterans and Military Support Network, and Cargill Women’s Network.

　　Job Locations:

　　Plymouth, MNRequired Qualifications:

　　Currently pursuing a Masters or Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Food Science, life science, or related field, graduating Fall 2024 or later

　　Able to complete a 12-week internship in the summer (May/June - August 2024)

　　Geographically flexible and willing to relocate to Plymouth, MN for this internship opportunity

　　Practical experience in a research lab setting (e.g. experience with food ingredient development or modification, starch/maltodextrin, starch or flour modification, hydrocolloids)

　　Basic technical skills beyond course work in starch and hydrocolloids

　　Proven ability to work optimally with individuals from a diverse set of backgrounds and cultures

　　Must possess a high degree of initiative and resourcefulness in completing work with limited guidance

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　Overall GPA of at least 3.0 preferred

　　Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making

　　Strong leadership and technical skills

　　Demonstrated ability of collaboration, communication, motivation, interpersonal effectiveness, teamwork and successful completion of work

　　Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.

　　At Cargill, everyone matters and everyone counts. Cargill is committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. As such and in alignment with our Guiding Principles, Cargill's long-standing equal employment opportunity policy prohibits discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, marital status, family status, citizenship status, veteran status, military status, union affiliation, or any other status protected by law.

　　Cargill also complies with all applicable national and local laws and regulations pertaining to non-discrimination and employment.

　　Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies: Cargill, Inc. and subsidiaries (“Cargill”) have an internal recruiting department. Please review this notice.

　　US Employment Resources: Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.