Engineer Co-op
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Job Description
About Cargill
Cargill is a global leader in agriculture, food, and industrial applications. With a team of over 155,000 employees, they have a rich history of over 154 years, connecting farmers to markets, customers to ingredients, and people to the food they need. Cargill is committed to building a stronger, more sustainable future through their innovative technologies, dynamic insights, and dedication to nourishing the world.
Engineer Co-op – January 2025
This co-op program provides a valuable opportunity to gain real-world experience, learn from industry experts, and contribute to a meaningful mission. Cargill’s internships and co-ops are designed to prepare you for your future career, offering a safe and supportive environment to learn, grow, and develop your skills.
Where You’ll Work:
You’ll be placed in one of Cargill’s numerous production facilities located in communities across the United States. You’ll have the chance to work across diverse business units including:
• Agricultural Supply Chain North America (CASCNA)
• Animal Nutrition & Health (ANH)
• Cargill Protein & Salt (CPS)
• Cargill Food & Bio (CFB)
• Starches and Sweeteners and Texturizing Solutions (CSST)
What You’ll Do:
As an Engineer Co-op, you will gain valuable experience in either:
• Operations Leadership: Lead production or maintenance employees, project teams, and contractors, executing on critical initiatives and projects in a fast-paced production environment.
• Maintenance & Reliability Engineering: Engage teams, improve processes, and utilize assets to optimize facility production and minimize downtime and repair costs.
Your Future:
This co-op experience can lead to a full-time career in various engineering roles, including:
• Production Management Engineers: Lead people, process, and input/product in a plant environment. You’ll be involved in day-to-day supervision, production management meetings, and handling various aspects of government regulations.
• Environmental Engineers: Work with teams, processes, and assets related to the effective operation of plant systems like refrigeration, steam, and wastewater treatment.
• Process/Project Engineering: Develop business cases, select vendors, manage budgets, and lead projects related to process optimization, safety, quality, and infrastructure.
• Maintenance & Reliability Engineers: Supervise teams, improve processes, and utilize assets to ensure minimal downtime and repair costs using tools like RCM, FMEA, RCA, and 5S.
Key Benefits:
• Comprehensive Learning & Development: Cargill provides access to expansive learning resources, well-respected leaders, and curated development courses to help you confidently address global challenges.
• Networking Opportunities: Build meaningful relationships and expand your professional network through various events and interactions with colleagues and mentors.
• Global Impact: Contribute to Cargill’s mission to nourish the world, knowing your work has a global reach.
• Housing & Relocation Assistance: Receive support with housing and relocation costs for eligible co-ops.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy an hourly rate of $22.50 – $31.10, depending on graduation date and full-time employment eligibility.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Access a range of benefits including paid time off, mental health and wellbeing programs, digital learning library, and more.
Location:
The co-op is available at various Cargill plant locations across the United States. You must be open to relocating for this opportunity.
Physical Requirements:
This role involves moderate physical exertion with regular bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Exposure to conditions like heat, cold, and grain dust may also be expected.
Apply Now:
To be considered for this co-op opportunity, apply online and complete the entire application process. Complete applications are required prior to participating in an interview.
Cargill is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.
