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Engineer Co-op January 2025- Multiple U.S Locations

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Cargill

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Engineering
  • Minneapolis

AI generated summary

  • You need to have the right to work in the U.S., be pursuing a degree in engineering, show initiative, be geographically flexible, have previous experience preferred, and possess strong communication skills and leadership qualities.
  • You will gain experience in Operations Leadership, Maintenance & Reliability Engineering, production management, environmental compliance, project management, and maintenance optimization.

Requirements

  • 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 2025 – May 2028
  • Able to complete a 7-8 month co-op in the Spring and Summer (January-August 2025)
  • 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 Qualifications:
  • 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

Responsibilities

  • Our Engineer Co-ops will gain experience in Operations Leadership and/or Maintenance & Reliability Engineering role. What lies ahead as a full-time engineer could be a career path in any of the following:
  • Production Management Engineers - Lead people, process, and input/product in a plant environment. They will be involved in day-to-day direct supervision of operators and production activities and participate in daily production management meetings. Engineers will learn how to comprehend and handle all aspects of government regulations and compliance programs including environmental, health, safety, maintenance, and housekeeping. Production Management Engineers typically develop teams of production employees within the first two years of their careers and have responsibility for hiring, scheduling, motivating, and handling employee relation issues. They will also be involved in process optimization, equipment, and process reliability, and may run capital projects.
  • Environmental Engineers - Work with various teams, processes and assets related to the effective operation of refrigeration, steam, freshwater distribution, hot water, and compressed air systems in a plant environment. As well as the operation of a large-scale Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) and be responsible for the programs related to environmental compliance and regulatory permitting. They will be involved in the day-to-day supervision of operators and technicians, have responsibility over their daily work and planning activities. This could include weekly maintenance, capital projects and process improvement.
  • Process/Project Engineering - Responsible for business case development, vendor selection, budget management, and project management responsibilities for major projectsand improvements involving process optimization, safety, quality, infrastructure, and energy use. They have heavy involvement with various innovation processes, idea generation systems, and reliability centered design, and they help implement technical initiatives driven from global Process Development Groups, Centers of Excellence, and Research & Development.
  • Maintenance & Reliability Engineers – Engage teams, improve processes, and utilize assets related to the effective operation of facility production to ensure downtime and repair costs are minimal. Supervise specialized teams and work activities related to runtime. 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.

Cargill

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Cargill is a multinational corporation and one of the largest privately held companies in the world. They are primarily engaged in the agricultural and food processing industries. Cargill operates across various sectors, including agriculture, food, animal nutrition, and industrial products. Their activities span the entire supply chain, from sourcing and processing raw materials to distributing food products and ingredients globally. Cargill's ultimate mission is to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable manner. Their purpose is to provide food, agricultural, and industrial solutions to meet the growing needs of a rapidly expanding global population. Cargill focuses on sustainability, innovation, and responsible business practices to support a thriving and resilient food system while promoting economic growth and environmental stewardship. They work closely with farmers, customers, and communities to create value and positively impact the communities where they operate, all while contributing to a more sustainable and food-secure future.

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