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We sit at the heart of the supply chain, partnering with producers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living. By providing customers with life’s essentials, we enable businesses to grow, communities to prosper, and consumers to live well.\nThis position is in our Ag & Trading enterprise, where we connect producers and users of grains and oilseeds around the globe through origination, trading, processing, and distribution. We also offer a range of farmer services and risk management solutions.\nPosition Application:\nTo be considered for employment, candidates must apply online and complete the entire application process. Complete applications are required prior to participating in an interview process. Click the link below to directly access the position application.\nPlease note, applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis with the possibility of filling the role before the application deadline. Please submit your application as soon as possible, so it may be reviewed to be considered for the position.\nYour Internship:\nGain real experience. Learn from the best. See how your work matters.\nOur internships are designed to prepare you for your career journey, not a final destination. When you join our team, you are welcomed into a community committed to providing you with a safe environment to learn, grow and cultivate your skills. With our expansive learning resources, our well-respected leaders, and our carefully curated development courses, you will be equipped to confidently solve tomorrow's global issues. And, truthfully, our future relies on you. Your innovative minds, your intentional collaboration, and your sincere desire to nourish the world. Your work may be local, but at Cargill, your impact will be global. Join our community to cultivate your curiosity, develop meaningful relationships and propel your career.\nOur Commodity Trading Internship program enables the individual to establish relationships with internal and external customers in order to successfully buy, move, process, and/or sell grain and its products. It is the blending of skills and knowledge in a fast paced, dynamic working environment. The trading intern will practice and grow their understanding in economics, communications, customer service, risk assessment, and decision-making. Imagine an internship where you get the chance to apply knowledge gained in the classroom to a real-life environment and then multiply that tenfold. From day one, you will be an integral part of the team. Internships are 16 weeks long, and we pride ourselves on having one of the most diverse internship programs in the industry. During the internship, you will tackle real challenges, cultivate your curiosity, have client exposure, enjoy both personal and team accomplishments and have your initiative acknowledged along the way. You will collaborate and form relationships with colleagues and clients who represent diverse work, culture and resolution styles. We look for people who want to grow, support, think and produce!\nPrincipal Accountabilities:\nDevelop and maintain customer relationships with country elevators, producers, feed mills, end users and processors \nAnalyze supply and demand, survey market conditions, and other economic forces in order to maintain and grow Cargill's position in the market place \nInitiate, and agree on terms of commodity purchase/sale contracts, such as price, quality, quantity, transportation, timing and payment \nCoordinate transportation and logistics to execute commodity contracts \nEnsure detailed and accurate follow-up, execution, and closure of all contracts \nProvide timely and effective communication and interaction with other Cargill teams such as sales, transportation and logistics, quality assurance, plant personnel, engineers, and accountants \nMake occasional plant and crop survey trips to visit with suppliers, and internal and external customers \nComplete and present a project that is essential to the work process, customer interaction or market improvement \nComplete and collaborate on other projects and assignments as needed \nKey Capabilities for Success:\nStrong analytical, quantitative, and problem solving skills \nGood judgment and decision making skills, even when outcome is uncertain \nComfortable taking and managing risks and challenging the status quo \nStrong oral and written communication skills; and strong persuasion \nEffective interpersonal skills; working in a team environment \nCrucial leadership qualities of integrity, conviction and courage \nMotivated and driven to succeed \nAdaptable, flexible and able to work in a fast paced, price-volatile, changing environment \nOur Programming:\nWith comprehensive learning resources at your disposal, you can take your learning in any direction. \nAs employees, interns receive access to volunteer and community outreach opportunities. \nThroughout the internship, interns and co-ops are invited to participate in events that will give exposure to leadership, provide development opportunities, and offer the ability to network with cross-functional interns/co-ops. \nInternship Details:\nInternships are paid and are at least 16 weeks in duration. \nInterns are paid hourly for time worked. \nHousing assistance and relocation reimbursement is offered to those who qualify (based on mileage). \nInterns are responsible for transportation to and from work. \nInterns who demonstrate outstanding performance and a curiosity to learn more may be offered an internship, co-op or full-time position to return the following year. \nQuick integration into the business through clear work expectations and responsibilities \nOur Benefits:\nNo matter who you are or where you are, we have resources to meet your needs. As an intern, you’ll have access to a wide variety of programs to support you and help you thrive. Eligible programs and incentives include:\nMental Health and Wellbeing program \nDigital Learning Library \nHousing assistance and relocation reimbursement is offered to those who qualify (based on mileage). \nOur Network:\nYour development is our priority. With our outstanding global network, you will establish relationships, acquire mentors, and build your professional contacts. Our program encourages and orchestrates networking opportunities that will benefit you now and in your future career. During the internship, you will also receive consistent support from university recruiting staff, mentors, colleagues, and your supervisor.\nOur Vibrant Community:\nAt Cargill, you will be a part of our vibrant global community with a culture that celebrates diversity. This is a reflection of the clients we serve and generates an intellectually diverse set of employees. Business Resource Groups (BRGs) help us embrace our diversity, make our culture more inclusive and enhance our employees’ outstanding talents and perspectives to benefit our organization and employees.\nJob Locations:\nThis position is based in Winnipeg, MB \nThis hybrid position offers the opportunity to work in an office setting for a portion of the time and remotely for the remainder \nPlant or office setting, must be open to interning in either type of setting \nRequired Qualifications:\nPursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or diploma from an accredited program graduating between December 2027 and August 2029 \nSuccessfully completed, currently enrolled, or planning to complete before graduating, either a Micro or Macro introductory college-level Economics course \nAble to complete a 16-week internship May- August 2027\nAbility to contribute, both as part of a team and individually \nStrong communication skills - written and oral \nDemonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from a diverse set of backgrounds and cultures \nMust be legally entitled to work for Cargill in Canada \nPreferred Qualifications:\nCurrently a third year student pursuing a degree graduating between December 2027 and August 2029 \nCurrently pursuing a degree from an accredited program with a major or emphasis in Business or Ag Economics \nGeographically flexible and willing to relocate \nAt Cargill, we are committed to building a workplace where individuals from all backgrounds feel respected, valued, and able to contribute fully. 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