About the role#
As a Cattle Procurement Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in the agricultural supply chain. You will learn how to schedule daily production, manage live inventory, and participate in purchasing fed cattle from producers. This role provides exposure to the full meat processing workflow, including food safety, production management, and USDA regulations. You will work on specific projects for the Cattle Procurement Group and assist with daily operations.
What you'll do#
- Schedule livestock and daily production tasks.
- Partner with buyers to purchase fed cattle.
- Manage live inventory records.
- Complete assigned projects related to cattle procurement.
- Learn about process flows, yields, and production accounting.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Business, Economics, or a related field.
- Graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028.
- Ability to work a 12-week internship during the summer of 2027.
- Willingness to work around and with livestock producers.
- Geographic flexibility and willingness to relocate for the internship anywhere in the U.S.
- Strong conflict resolution skills and the ability to work with diverse groups.
- High initiative and the ability to work with limited guidance.
- Legal right to work in the U.S. without reliance on a student or third-party sponsored visa.
- Proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred.
- A 3.0 GPA or higher and basic knowledge of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Wichita, Kansas.
- Term: Summer 2027 (12 weeks).
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, full-time internship.
About Cargill
Cargill is a food and beverage manufacturing company based in Wayzata, Minnesota. Founded in 1865, the firm operates in agricultural, commodity trading, and food ingredient sectors. It maintains a global presence with over 69,000 employees. The company manages supply chains to source and deliver products for food manufacturers and producers.
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