Cattle Procurement Intern Summer 2027

Cargill • Wichita, KS

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Cargill’s Cattle Procurement Internship provides practical experience in cattle purchasing and meat-processing operations. Interns learn to schedule daily production, maintain live inventory, and support the purchase of fed cattle from producers. The role also provides exposure to operational workflow and meat-processing production, including process flow, yields, variances, USDA regulations and requirements, accounting, information technologies, food safety, and production management.

The internship is typically 12 weeks during summer 2027 (May/June through August). Interns are paid hourly and may have opportunities to travel during the term. The listed location is Wichita, Kansas, in a plant and office setting; candidates must be geographically flexible and willing to relocate for an opportunity anywhere in the U.S. Travel is approximately 35% or less. Interns receive support from the early careers team, mentors, colleagues, and a supervisor, and may take part in leadership, development, and networking events. Outstanding interns may be offered an opportunity to return for another internship, co-op, or full-time position.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree from an accredited program in Agriculture, Business, Economics, or a related field, with graduation between December 2027 and June 2028.
• Have the right to work in the U.S., not based solely on possession of a student visa or a visa sponsored by a third-party employer.
• Be able to complete a 12-week summer internship between May/June and August 2027.
• Have a desire and willingness to work around and with livestock producers.
• Be geographically flexible and willing to relocate for an internship opportunity anywhere in the U.S.
• Demonstrate strong conflict-resolution skills.
• Be able to prioritize in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Possess a high degree of initiative and resourcefulness when completing work with limited guidance.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in both English and Spanish.
• Overall GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
• Demonstrated negotiation skills.
• Basic understanding of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange and Live Cattle Trading.

Responsibilities

• Schedule livestock.
• Complete a special project pertaining to the Cattle Procurement Group.
• Partner with a buyer in purchasing cattle.
• Work on various projects as needed.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including time off for volunteer activities.
• Access to a Mental Health and Wellbeing program.
• Housing and relocation assistance for those who qualify.
• Access to volunteer and community outreach opportunities.
• Minnesota-based employees accrue Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave at one hour for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern