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Agriculture - 2025 Internship

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Research & Development

Requirements

  • Be currently studying a relevant degree in Agriculture or equivalent.
  • Full clean driving license.
  • Have a passion and interest for food.
  • Be seeking a 12-month placement year to support your degree studies (which will run from July to June)
  • Must be available to start early July.
  • And of course, a love of potatoes!

Responsibilities

  • Leading and managing events to enable knowledge transfer, celebrate success and to build our grower base
  • Interactions with the Regional Agriculture team and our growers on farms and providing support when McCain launch an exciting new digital tool
  • Providing proactive solutions to potato related operational issues to ensure continued manufacturing and minimising any disruption
  • With guidance from Director, Agriculture strategy you will manage a capital project effectively using a systematic approach to ensure that key project management principles are followed
  • Working on some tasty projects alongside our teams, you’ll also live and breathe the victories that come with working in a professional Agriculture team, whilst also experiencing some of the real-life challenges that go with it
  • You’ll build a network both inside and outside of McCain as well as creating connections with other interns across the business

FAQs

What is the duration of the Agriculture Internship?

The Agriculture Internship lasts for 12 months, starting in July 2025 and ending in June 2026.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is located at our Head Office in Scarborough, North Yorkshire.

What qualifications are required to apply for this internship?

Candidates must be currently studying a relevant degree in Agriculture or an equivalent field.

Is a driving license necessary for this role?

Yes, a full clean driving license is required.

When do I need to be available to start?

Applicants must be available to start in early July 2025.

What types of projects will I work on as an intern?

Interns will work on projects involving knowledge transfer events, collaboration with growers, providing solutions to operational issues, and managing capital projects.

What are the benefits offered during the internship?

Benefits include a competitive salary, an excellent pension plan, flexible holidays, health cash plan options, a cycle to work scheme, and a volunteering day off.

Will I receive support and guidance during the internship?

Yes, interns will have a clear development plan and regular one-on-one meetings with line managers for support.

Can I work from home during the internship?

Yes, the internship operates on a hybrid working approach, allowing for flexibility in work locations based on the objectives delivered.

Is there an opportunity for career progression after the internship?

Yes, as part of a global business, there are great opportunities for development and progression, especially aligned with our ambitious growth plan.

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Mission & Purpose

At McCain Foods we know the importance that food plays in people's lives - the power it has to uplift and bring people, families, businesses and communities together. Guided by our purpose - Celebrating real connections through delicious, planet-friendly food - we believe that working together with our teams, business and community partners will bring sustainable growth and positive change - today, tomorrow and for generations to come. As a privately owned family company with over 65 years of experience, a presence in over 160 countries and a global team of 20,000+ people, our values and culture are at the heart of everything we do. Our product quality, people and customer dedication help us achieve global sales in excess of CDN $11 billion. Through our investment and innovation, we continue to be a global leader in prepared potato products, including our famous French Fries and appetizers. We are passionate about supporting and developing our people-providing opportunities to grow and learn in their roles, as well as building careers for the long term.

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