About the role#
As a Corporate Strategy Associate Intern, you will join the Corporate Strategy team to work alongside senior leadership. You will act as an internal consultant, helping to set strategic direction and drive growth. Your work will focus on addressing global issues such as resource scarcity, food security, and new technologies within the food and agriculture industry.
What you'll do#
- Structure complex business problems and conduct both quantitative and qualitative analysis.
- Evaluate market entry opportunities and develop new business models.
- Define long-term corporate strategy in response to industry trends.
- Generate and synthesize findings to recommend solutions.
- Communicate complex ideas clearly and concisely to senior leaders.
- Develop trust-based relationships with stakeholders, including senior executives and commercial teams.
- Lead project workstreams independently while ensuring timely delivery of milestones.
- Coach and mentor junior colleagues.
What you'll need#
- Bachelor’s degree from a top-tier university with academic excellence.
- Currently pursuing an MBA or relevant Master’s degree, with a graduation date between December 2027 and May 2028.
- Minimum of four years of related work experience.
- Experience in strategy development across growth and transformation topics.
- Strong knowledge of financial modeling and corporate finance.
- Preferred: 2 to 3 years of experience in top-tier consulting firms.
- Preferred: Experience in agricultural, food, or commodities sectors.
- Ability to work onsite 4 days a week.
Location & details#
- Location: Wayzata, Minnesota.
- Term: Summer 2027 (10 weeks).
- Status: Full-time and paid internship.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Note: Sponsorship is not provided for this role.
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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