Corporate Strategy Associate Intern 2027
About The Position
As a Corporate Strategy Associate Intern at Cargill, you will work with the Corporate Strategy team and senior leadership to develop actionable strategy and execute transformative initiatives across Cargill businesses. The team acts as a trusted internal consultant, helping set the company’s strategic direction and drive sustained, profitable growth in the global Food & Agriculture industry. Work may include evaluating market-entry opportunities, developing new business models, and defining long-term corporate strategy in response to industry trends and global issues such as food security, resource scarcity, climate change, global trade flows, and new technologies. The internship is paid and lasts 10 weeks during summer 2027. The role is based in Wayzata, Minnesota, and requires onsite work four days per week. Interns are encouraged to take part in leadership, development, and networking events. They also have access to volunteer and community outreach opportunities and paid time off for volunteer activities. Day-to-day transportation to and from work is the intern’s responsibility.
Requirements
- 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.
- Bachelor’s degree from a top-tier university, with academic excellence or equivalent experience.
- Pursuing an MBA or relevant master’s degree with an anticipated graduation date between December 2027 and May 2028.
- Experience in strategy development across growth and transformation topics.
- Strong knowledge of financial modeling and corporate finance.
- Minimum of four years of related work experience.
- Ability to work onsite four days a week in Wayzata, Minnesota, for the 10-week summer 2027 internship.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and strategically.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to independently manage project workstreams and deliver high-quality work.
Nice To Haves
- Two to three or more years of experience in top-tier consulting firms and a strong performance track record.
- Experience in the agricultural, food, or commodities sectors.
- Ability to travel, potentially up to 20%, depending on project needs.
Responsibilities
- Structure complex business problems and conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis.
- Generate and synthesize findings and recommend solutions.
- Communicate and present complex ideas clearly and concisely to senior leaders.
- Develop trust-based relationships with stakeholders across businesses, including senior executives, commercial teams, and functional teams.
- Independently lead project workstreams and ensure timely delivery of milestones and high-quality outputs.
- Coach and mentor junior colleagues and foster productive team dynamics.
- Contribute to strategy development and transformative initiatives across Cargill businesses.
Benefits
- Paid internship.
- Paid time off for volunteer activities.
- Access to volunteer and community outreach opportunities.
- Leadership exposure, development opportunities, and networking events.
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