Risk Management Intern - Wayzata, MN

Cargill • Wayzata, MN

6d • Hybrid

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. At a Glance: To be considered for employment, candidates must apply online and complete the entire application process. Complete applications are required prior to participating in an interview process. Click the link below to directly access the position application. 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

• 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
• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in economics, finance, business, mathematics, or a related major from an accredited program graduating between December 2027 and August 2028
• Able to complete a 12-week internship in the summer (May/June - August 2027)
• Candidates must be geographically flexible and willing to relocate to Wayzata, MN, if applicable, for an internship opportunity
• Strong analytical, prioritization and problem-solving skills, collaboration skills, and verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work optimally with individuals from a diverse set of backgrounds and cultures
• Ability to contribute, both as part of a team and individually

Nice To Haves

• Successfully completed, currently enrolled, or planning to complete before graduating either a micro or macro introductory college-level economics course
• Knowledge of commodity markets to translate macro and micro events into local supply and demand distortions

Responsibilities

• Help monitor the short-term trading strategies and books for a specific commodity, market or customer based on speculative and hedged positions.
• Assist teammates reconcile routine or repetitive profit and loss estimates and reports.
• Monitor customer and competitor activity and industry trends.
• Help implement sales strategies, identify potential customers and foster existing customer relationships.
• Handle basic issues and problems under direct supervision, while escalating more complex issues to appropriate staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Mental Health and Wellbeing program
• Housing and Relocation Assistance for those that qualify
• Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern