About the role#
The Commodity Trading Internship is a 12-week program designed to provide hands-on experience in the grain and agricultural products market. Interns will work within the animal nutrition and health business, gaining exposure to economics, risk assessment, and supply chain logistics. This role requires a combination of analytical thinking and relationship management to support the movement and sale of commodities.
What you'll do#
- Develop and maintain professional relationships with country elevators, producers, feed mills, and processors.
- Analyze supply and demand trends, survey market conditions, and evaluate economic forces to support market positioning.
- Initiate, negotiate, and finalize commodity purchase and sale contracts, including terms for price, quality, quantity, and logistics.
- Coordinate transportation and logistics to ensure the accurate execution and closure of contracts.
- Complete and present a project focused on improving work processes, customer interaction, or market analysis.
- Collaborate with internal teams, including sales, transportation, quality assurance, and accounting.
What you'll need#
- Pursuit of a bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited program with a graduation date between December 2027 and August 2028.
- Academic background in Economics, Business Administration, Finance, or Agriculture.
- Legal right to work in the U.S. that is not based solely on possession of a student visa.
- Ability to commit to a 12-week internship during the summer of 2027 (May/June through August).
- Strong analytical, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Location & details#
- Location: Wayzata, Minnesota.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time, paid internship.
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