Cargill Diversity Leadership Summit Summer 2019 / Grain Sales Intern 2020
All candidates must complete Cargill’s online application prior to interviewing. Below you will find a link that will direct you to complete the application for this position. To be considered for employment with Cargill, you must apply online and complete the entire application process, along with an e-signature. Please complete your application as soon as possible.
Position Application: https://cargill.taleo.net/careersection/10220/jobdetail.ftl?job=UNI05652&tz=GMT-05%3A00
Attachments required in application:
1. Current resume
2. 500-word essay (250 words for each question) answering both questions:
a. Why are you interested in attending Cargill’s Diversity Leadership Summit?
b. How have you made an impact on diversity within your community?
This internship posting is for candidates who are interested in attending the Cargill Diversity Leadership Summit Summer 2019. If you are interested in other internship opportunities at Cargill but not the Cargill Diversity Leadership Summit, please view our available internships at www.cargill.com/careers. The application process closes on March 29, 2019, at 5:00 p.m. CST, so depending on the date of your application, it could be several months before you are contacted. Late applications are not accepted. If you have any questions on your application, please email cargill_recruiting@cargill.com.
Once your application is submitted and the application process closes, you may be contacted by Cargill for a first-round phone interview if your application meets all the criteria and you are deemed a potential fit for the internship program.
Those who successfully pass a first-round phone interview will be selected to attend the Diversity Leadership Summit. Applicants will be notified as to whether they are selected to attend the program in August 2019. If you are selected to attend, your final interview for a potential internship will take place during the Diversity Leadership Summit.
Cargill Diversity Leadership Summit – Minneapolis, MN
Cargill’s Diversity Leadership Summit is a two-day program in August 2019 that focuses on diversity and inclusion, and leadership development. During the two days, attendees may:
• Gain invaluable exposure to various Cargill opportunities and careers
• Interact with Cargill leaders across the company
• Participate in activities which may include: developmental workshops, panels, and case studies
• Hear from our Business Resource Groups and learn about the value of diversity and inclusion at Cargill
All attendees will have a guaranteed internship interview and will return to school with the chance of a job offer in hand!
Internships at Cargill
Imagine an internship where you get the chance to apply knowledge gained in the classroom to a real-life environment and then multiply that tenfold. From day one, you will be an integral part of the team. Internships are 12 weeks long, and we pride ourselves on having one of the most diverse internship programs in the industry. During the internship, you will tackle real challenges, cultivate your curiosity, have client exposure, enjoy both personal and team accomplishments and have your initiative acknowledged along the way. You will collaborate and build relationships with colleagues and clients who represent diverse work, culture and resolution styles. We look for people who want to grow, support, think and produce.
Grain Sales Internship:
As a sales intern you will be exposed to many facets of business operations and will have access to hands-on experience, real time feedback and mentorship from top industry leaders. During the internship, you will be given a project (or multiple projects) relevant to the success of the business, and there will be the opportunity to share your project work with your business at the end of your term. Opportunities exists nationwide within our diverse Grain business.
Principal Accountabilities:
This internship will provide students an opportunity to apply knowledge gained in the classroom to a sales, risk management, and grain origination environment. Students will gain hands-on experience working on business projects within our sales and origination function, working with grain producers over the phone and on the farm. Responsibilities may include assisting Farm Marketers, Origination Specialists, and other personnel in identifying and developing customer solutions and services as well as Regional grain origination objectives.
Environment:
· Team oriented, fast-paced and hands-on.
· Plant or office setting.
· Frequent travel by personal vehicle within assigned region for meetings. You must have a safe driving history; a motor vehicle record history will be reviewed.
Internship Programming:
· Cargill offers both housing assistance and relocation reimbursement to interns who qualify (based on mileage).
· Internships are paid and are at least 12 weeks in duration.
- Day-to-day transportation to and from work is the responsibility of the intern.
· Attend Intern Forum, an event held at Cargill headquarters in Minneapolis, MN, designed to give exposure to leadership and cross-functional interns from across the U.S.
· Interns who demonstrate exceptional performance and a curiosity to learn more may be offered a full-time position for the following year.
Job Locations:
· Various U.S. locations throughout the Midwest.
Required Qualifications:
· Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree from an accredited program graduating between December 2020 and Summer 2022.
- Right to work in the U.S. that is not based solely on possession of a student visa or a visa sponsored by a third-party employer
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures
- Must be geographically flexible and willing to relocate for an internship opportunity anywhere in the U.S.
- Able to complete a 12-week internship in the summer (May/June - August 2020)
· Must possess a high degree of initiative and resourcefulness in completing work with limited guidance
Preferred Qualifications:
· Minimum 3.0 GPA
· Demonstrated ability to solve problems and make decisions independently.
· Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills, with ability to influence decision-making.
· Demonstrated leadership skills and experience.
Professional Networks:
We promote a culture that celebrates differences. This is a reflection of the clients we serve and generates intellectually diverse employees. Cargill’s Business Resource Groups (BRGs) help us embrace our diversity, make our culture more inclusive, and leverage our employee’s unique talents and perspectives to benefit our organization and employees.
Our U.S. Business Resource Groups include:
· Cargill Young Professionals Network
· Cargill Ability Network (iCAN)
· Cargill Ebony Council
· GROW
· Hispanic-Latino Council
· Cargill Pride Network
· Veterans & Military Support Network
· Cargill Women’s Network
Working at Cargill is an opportunity to thrive—a place to develop your career to the fullest while engaging in meaningful work that makes a positive impact around the globe. You will be proud to work for a company with a strong history of ethics and a purpose of nourishing people. We offer a diverse, supportive environment where you will grow personally and professionally as you learn from some of the most talented people in your field. With more than 150 years of experience, Cargill provides food, agriculture, financial and industrial products and services to the world. We have 150,000 employees in 70 countries who are committed to feeding the world in a responsible way, reducing environmental impact and improving the communities where we live and work. Learn more at www.cargill.com.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status.