Engineer Co-op

Job Description

About Cargill:

Cargill is a global, family-owned company with a purpose to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. They provide food, ingredients, agricultural solutions, and industrial products vital to daily life. Their operations connect farmers to markets, customers to ingredients, and families to essential goods (eggs, oils, salt, skincare products, feed, and alternative fuels). With 160,000 colleagues in 70 countries, their products impact billions daily.

Job Description: Engineering Co-op

Cargill offers engineering co-op opportunities to students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering, with graduation between December 2025 and August 2027. The co-op program is designed to provide real-world experience and prepare students for their careers.

Job Responsibilities:

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of plant operations, processes, and equipment by collaborating with various functional areas on projects such as: efficiency improvements, contractor collaboration, energy-related process enhancements, reliability principles implementation, and plant process/equipment upgrades.
• Work with diverse cross-functional teams (safety & environmental, maintenance, engineering, contractors, and operations).
• Communicate effectively with individuals having varying language abilities, educational backgrounds, and experience levels.
• Learn and apply government safety and environmental regulations aligned with company policies.
• Manage personnel, processes, and inputs/outputs to effectively implement solutions.
• Participate in company orientation and ongoing performance assessments.

Work Environment:

The work environment is described as team-oriented, fast-paced, and hands-on. Cargill emphasizes employee engagement, inclusion, and innovation. Students will apply their skills to various projects, including system design/upgrades and plant drawing reviews/updates. The job requires physical activity (bending, stooping, lifting up to 50+ lbs occasionally, 10-25 lbs frequently), and potential exposure to heat, cold, grain dust, etc.

Program Features:

• Paid Co-op: Paid hourly for at least 16 weeks. Students are responsible for their transportation.
• Comprehensive Learning: Access to extensive learning resources, volunteer opportunities, and community outreach programs.
• Development Opportunities: Participation in events focused on leadership, skill development, and networking with other interns/co-ops across Canada.
• Career Advancement: High-performing co-ops may be offered internships, further co-op opportunities, or full-time positions.
• Benefits: Access to mental health and wellbeing programs, a digital learning library, and potential housing assistance/relocation reimbursement (based on eligibility).
• Networking: Opportunities to build relationships, find mentors, and expand professional contacts through Cargill’s global network and support from university recruiting staff, mentors, colleagues, and supervisors.
• Inclusive Culture: Cargill fosters a diverse and inclusive community with Business Resource Groups (BRGs) that support employee diversity and inclusion.

Locations: Georgetown, ON and Camrose, AB

Required Qualifications:

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering, graduating between December 2025 and August 2027.
• Legal authorization to work in Canada.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals.
• Ability to complete an 8-month co-op (May 2025 start for Georgetown; January or May 2025 start for Camrose).
• High initiative and resourcefulness.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior plant, production, co-op, or internship experience.
• Ability to apply technical knowledge to job duties.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.

Note: Cargill is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities.