About the role#
This Engineer Co-op program provides hands-on experience within our production facilities across the United States. You will work in a team-oriented environment, gaining exposure to both technical operations and people management. The program is designed to help you explore career paths in manufacturing while you develop leadership skills. This is a paid, full-time position for the Summer 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Lead production or maintenance teams, project groups, or technical operations.
- Engage in Operations Leadership or Maintenance and Reliability Engineering roles.
- Participate in process optimization and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
- Supervise specialized teams related to production and runtime activities.
- Manage projects including business case development, budget oversight, and process improvements.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Environmental Engineering.
- A GPA of 2.7 or higher is preferred.
- Ability to work with diverse groups of people.
- Strong initiative and resourcefulness.
- Geographically flexible and willing to relocate for the duration of the co-op.
Location & details#
- Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota (with potential for relocation to various U.S. plant sites).
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Sponsorship: Not provided.
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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