Software Engineering Internship

Job Description

About Cargill

Cargill is a global food, agriculture, industrial and financial services company with a mission to nourish the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way. They are a family-owned business with 160,000 employees operating in 70 countries. Their products and services touch billions of lives each day, from food ingredients and agricultural solutions to industrial products and alternative fuels. Cargill is committed to connecting farmers with markets and customers with ingredients to make delicious meals, all while ensuring essential needs are met for families around the world.

Software Engineering Internship

This internship provides a hands-on opportunity for aspiring software engineers to gain real-world experience working on global digital technology and data projects at Cargill. Interns will work on real business challenges, applying their engineering skills in areas like cloud platform, big data platform, and application development, while receiving mentorship and supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to software engineering projects, applying skills in analytical thinking, leadership, collaboration, inclusion, and innovation.
• Gain exposure to various Cargill businesses and functions.
• Participate in diverse events such as orientation, summer activities, volunteer opportunities, and the Cargill Intern Forum.
• Learn about Cargill’s diverse businesses and contribute to their mission of nourishing the world through technology.
• Participate in ongoing performance evaluations and receive feedback on their work.

Internship Details:

• Duration: Typically 12 weeks
• Compensation: $24.00 – $34.00 per hour (based on graduation date and full-time employment eligibility).
• Location: Atlanta, GA

Key Requirements:

• Right to work in the U.S. (not based on a student visa or third-party employer sponsorship).
• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree with a major or minor in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technology field.
• Graduation date between December 2025 and Summer 2026.
• Geographic flexibility and willingness to relocate to Atlanta, GA for the summer internship.
• Ability to complete a 12-week internship during the summer (May/June – early August 2025).
• Strong technical knowledge and ability to apply it to job-related duties.
• High degree of initiative and resourcefulness in completing tasks with minimal guidance.
• Proven ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and cultures.
• Knowledge of basic structure programming, systems analysis and design, database design, and business concepts.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous software engineering internship experience.
• Commercial product software development experience.
• Experience with agile development methodologies.
• Strong analytical and technical skills.
• Excellent prioritization, problem-solving, collaboration, communication, and information research skills.

Benefits:

• Paid time off.
• Access to Cargill’s Mental Health and Wellbeing program.
• Digital Learning Library.
• Housing and Relocation Assistance (for eligible interns).
• Opportunities for networking and mentorship with Cargill leaders and fellow interns.
• Participation in events that foster leadership development and networking.
• Volunteer and community outreach opportunities.
• A vibrant, diverse and inclusive company culture.
• Access to Cargill’s Business Resource Groups (BRGs) which promote diversity, inclusion, and employee development.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Cargill is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

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