Cargill · 23 hours ago
Engineer Co-op May 2026- Multiple U.S Locations
Minneapolis, MN
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$25.70/hr - $35.50/hr
Start in 2026 SpringCargill is a global company with a commitment to building a sustainable future. They are seeking an Engineer Co-op to gain real experience and learn from leaders in various production facilities across the United States, focusing on technical and management aspects of engineering.
AgricultureFood and BeverageFood ProcessingManufacturingMeat and Poultry
No H1B
Responsibilities
Gain real experience. Learn from the best. See how your work matters
Lead production or maintenance employees, project teams, contractors or technical operations teams executing on critical initiatives and projects in a fast-paced, production environment
Learn how to comprehend and handle all aspects of government regulations and compliance programs including environmental, health, safety, maintenance, and housekeeping
Participate in daily production management meetings
Supervise operators and technicians, have responsibility over their daily work and planning activities
Be involved in process optimization, equipment, and process reliability, and may run capital projects
Responsible for business case development, vendor selection, budget management, and project management responsibilities for major projects and improvements involving process optimization, safety, quality, infrastructure, and energy use
Engage teams, improve processes, and utilize assets related to the effective operation of facility production to ensure downtime and repair costs are minimal
Lead short- and long-term planning activities including weekly maintenance activities, capital projects and process improvement utilizing tools such as: Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM), Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Root Cause Analysis (RCA), 5S and 5-Why to the prevention of equipment failures
Qualification
Required
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 a master's degree in Chemical Engineering (ChE), BioChemical Engineering (BChE), Mechanical Engineering (ME), Biosystems Engineering (BSE), Agricultural Engineering (AgE), Mining Engineering (MinE), Electrical Engineering (EE), Industrial Engineering (IE), Environmental Engineering, Packaging or other related engineering discipline
Bachelor's/master's degree to be/recently completed between December 2026 – May 2029
Able to complete a 7-8 month co-op in the Summer and Fall (May - December 2026)
Proven ability to work optimally with individuals from a diverse set of backgrounds and cultures
Candidates must be geographically flexible and willing to relocate for a co-op/internship opportunity anywhere in the U.S
Must possess a high degree of initiative and resourcefulness in completing work with limited guidance
Preferred
Previous plant, production, co-op, or intern experience preferred
Overall 2.7 GPA preferred
Ability to relate technical knowledge to job-related duties
Demonstrated ability to solve problems and make decisions independently
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Leadership experience
Benefits
Paid time off
Mental Health and Wellbeing program
Digital Learning Library
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.
Company
Cargill
Cargill provides agricultural, food, bioindustrial, and risk management solutions across global supply chains and manufacturing sectors.
Founded in 1865
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.02MKey Investors
National Safety Council
2025-06-25Grant· $0.02M
Leadership Team
Brian Sikes
Board Chair and CEO
David MacLennan
Chairman & Chief Executive Officer
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