Biotechnology ​Intern 2026

Cargill • Plymouth, MN

118d • $28 - $33

About The Position

Cargill's size and scale allows us to make a positive impact in the world. Our purpose is to nourish the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way. We are a family company providing food, ingredients, agricultural solutions and industrial products that are vital for living. We connect farmers with markets so they can prosper. We connect customers with ingredients so they can make meals people love. And we connect families with daily essentials — from eggs to edible oils, salt to skincare, feed to alternative fuel. Our 160,000 colleagues, operating in 70 countries, make essential products that touch billions of lives each day. Join us and reach your higher purpose at Cargill. Your Internship: Gain real experience. Learn from the best. See how your work matters. Our internships are designed to prepare you for your career journey, not a final destination. When you join our team, you are welcomed into a community committed to providing you with a safe environment to learn, grow and cultivate your skills. With our expansive learning resources, our well-respected leaders, and our carefully curated development courses, you will be equipped to confidently solve tomorrow's global issues. And, truthfully, our future relies on you. Your innovative minds, your intentional collaboration, and your sincere desire to nourish the world. Your work may be local, but at Cargill, your impact will be global. Join our community to cultivate your curiosity, develop meaningful relationships and propel your career.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Microbiology or related field, graduating between December 2026 and May 2028.
• Able to complete a 12-week internship in the summer (May/June - August 2026).
• Candidates must be geographically flexible and willing to relocate to Plymouth, MN for this internship.
• Practical experience in a research lab setting (e.g. experience with bioinformatics, genomics/proteomics/metabolomics, biochemical engineering, fermentation, microbiology and/or molecular biology techniques).
• Basic technical skills beyond course work in omics, fermentation, microbiology and/or molecular biology.
• Proven ability to work optimally with individuals from a diverse set of backgrounds and cultures.
• Must possess a high degree of initiative and resourcefulness in completing work with limited guidance.

Nice To Haves

• Overall 3.0 GPA preferred, on a 4.0 scale.
• Ability to prioritize and manage a large workload with multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making.
• Strong leadership and technical skills.
• Demonstrated ability of collaboration, communication, motivation, interpersonal effectiveness, teamwork and successful completion of work.

Responsibilities

• Gain immediate hands on work experience in one of the world's largest agribusiness companies.
• Participate in orientation, networking, mentoring relationships and other opportunities targeted towards personal and professional development.
• Receive periodic and candid feedback on job performance.
• Work on one or two core projects that will be substantive in nature.
• Be the primary technical contributor for work on the project, with leadership support from the Core R D team.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Mental Health and Wellbeing program.
• Digital Learning Library.
• Housing and Relocation Assistance for those that qualify.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree