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At a Glance:

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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 Sales Internship

You will have the opportunity to gain a basic understanding of the flow of our commercial activity with customers, as well as the organization of our sales function and how it integrates with the business teams within Cargill Food. You will also work with the Retail, Trade, and Food Ingredient Sales teams on projects related to our customers and our various product lines. Throughout your internship you will be given many networking opportunities to meet and connect with industry professionals across varying teams to deepen your knowledge of Cargill Food. By actively taking part in our projects and meetings you will gain invaluable exposure to the challenges we face every day. You'll be given a project pertinent to the success of the business, and there will be a report-out opportunity at the end of the summer session. 

Potential Business Areas:  Cargill Trade Sales (Including Beef and Food Distribution); Cargill Retail Sales; Cargill Food Manufacturing Sales; Cargill Foodservice Sales  

Your Work

• Learn different aspects of the sales cycle and techniques used in direct sales  
• Set and achieve targeted goals and objectives for your sales internship experience  
• Handle and execute multiple short-term project/work assignments throughout the internship experience  
• Proactively connect to learn about our product line and customer portfolio  
• Find opportunities for improvement through project work and sales exposure  
• Participate in assigned learning and development opportunities  
• Establish and engage in networking and learning opportunities  

Our Programming

• Internships are paid and are typically 12 weeks in duration.  
• Day-to-day transportation to and from work is the responsibility of the intern.  
• Housing assistance and relocation reimbursement are available to interns who qualify.  
• Interns who demonstrate outstanding performance and a curiosity to learn more may be offered an internship, co-op or full-time position for the following year.   
• 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 encouraged 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. 

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 
• 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

Compensation

The expected hourly rate for this position is $20.63 - $28.56. Compensation decisions are dependent on grad date and eligibility for full-time employment. 

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 early careers team, 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. Learn more at: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. What a difference three words make. | Cargill

Job Locations

• Various U.S. Locations could include: Wayzata, MN, Wichita, KS and other locations if applicable
• Office setting with the opportunity to learn in a plant environment throughout your experience  

Required Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in Agriculture, Business, Communications, Marketing or related degree graduating between December 2027 and May 2028 
• 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 complete a 12-week internship in the summer (May/June - August 2027)  
• Candidates must be geographically flexible and willing to relocate for an internship opportunity anywhere in the U.S.  
• 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

• Proficiency in both English and Spanish  
• Overall 3.0 GPA or higher based off of a 4.0 scale  
• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills  
• Demonstrated ability to lead multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment