About the role#
The Corporate Strategy and Business Development team leads high-profile projects sponsored by the executive leadership team. As an intern, you will work within a Fortune 250 agribusiness and food production cooperative. This 10-week summer program focuses on strategy formulation, industry insights, and M&A activities to impact company performance.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to business-critical projects that require strategic thinking and data-driven insights.
- Deliver a final presentation of project recommendations to business leaders.
- Engage in mentorship and professional development programming throughout the summer.
- Expand your professional network by connecting with senior leadership.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a first-year MBA student with a graduation date in Spring or Summer 2028.
- A track record of performance on high-impact projects, including project management experience.
- Ability to conduct primary and secondary research, analyze data, and synthesize findings.
- Experience with quantitative and qualitative strategic and financial frameworks.
- Foundational knowledge across multiple business disciplines.
- Ability to lead and contribute to cross-functional teams through influence.
- Professional confidence with strong communication and presentation skills.
- Flexibility to manage tight deadlines and work through ambiguity.
- Previous food or agribusiness experience is desirable, and prior consulting experience is preferred.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship at $60.00 per hour.
- The role is based in Arden Hills, Minnesota.
- This position follows a hybrid work model, requiring presence on-site Tuesday through Thursday.
- The internship runs for approximately 10 weeks from June to August 2027.
- Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates.
About Land O'Lakes, Inc.
Land O'Lakes, Inc. is a farmer- and ag retailer-owned cooperative founded in 1921. Based in Arden Hills, Minnesota, the company operates in the food and beverage manufacturing sector. It employs nearly 7,000 people. The organization focuses on agricultural products, animal feed, and food manufacturing.
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