Supply Chain Intern - Summer 2026

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Supply Chain Internship:

The Supply Chain Intern is responsible for assisting with business goals to strategically source goods and services, decrease manufacturing time, minimize inventory, streamline order fulfillment and reduce costs as we deliver products that meet our customers’ price and scheduling needs and improve our bottom line. In addition, the intern is given the opportunity to apply skills and gain an understanding of the organization through various intern events.

Your Work:

 

An intern will work in one of our diverse businesses. The areas of possible opportunities include:

 

Supply Chain Planning Intern: Assignments could include projects and/or operations support in one of our businesses. Your project and work responsibilities may consist of a variety of areas including demand planning, inventory management, supply chain planning, scheduling, all while gathering understanding of other functions of the business.

 

Transportation and Logistics Intern: Key components of this internship will be logistics management and transportation coordination. You will gain exposure to equipment management, cost control, transportation coordination, deployment, and planning. You may also have involvement in areas such as commodity merchandising, customer service, operations planning, freight bills, tariff/rate quotations, rate management, local plant logistics, and accounting.

 

Sourcing & Procurement Intern: Work alongside our strategic sourcing team to drive stronger connectivity among different businesses. You will provide analytical support, gather supplier and business data, and conduct marketplace research to better understand how to strategically source goods and services. During your time with us, you will learn how to work virtually with a distributed team, develop relationships, influencing skills, business and financial analysis capabilities, and critical thinking.

Environment:

The business environment will continue to evolve, requiring talent that can deliver a driven advantage through innovative solutions to business problems and knowledge of current trends in the marketplace and in technology.

 

  • Exposure to ground-breaking change through large-scale system and process implementations and the evolution of our business.
  • Collaborative, fast-paced, and hands-on.

Our Programming:

  • With comprehensive learning resources at your disposal, you can take your learning in any direction.

  • As employees, interns receive access to volunteer and community outreach opportunities and paid time off for volunteer activities.

  • Throughout 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 across the U.S.

Internship details:

  • Internships are typically 12 weeks in duration.
  • Interns are paid hourly for time worked.
  • Interns are responsible for transportation to and from work.
  • Interns may have the opportunity to travel during their term.

  • Interns 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.

Our Benefits:

No 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 succeed. Eligible programs and incentives include:  

  • Paid time off *
  • Mental Health and Wellbeing program
  • Digital Learning Library
  • Housing and Relocation Assistance for those that qualify

 

*Minnesota-based employees: Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law.

Compensation:

 

The expected hourly rate for this position is $21.00 - $29.00. Compensation decisions are dependent on grad date and eligibility for full-time employment.

Our Network:

Your 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.

Our Vibrant Community:

At 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.

 

Our U.S. Business Resource Groups include:

Asian Alliance Network, Cargill Young Professionals Network, Cargill Ability Network (iCAN), Cargill Ebony Council, Indigenous Peoples Network (IPN), Hispanic-Latino Council, Cargill Pride Network, Veterans & Military Support Network, and Cargill Women’s Network. 

Job Locations:

  • Wichita, KS
  • Corporate office setting

Required Qualifications:

  • Pursuing a bachelor’s degree from an accredited program with a major or minor in supply chain, procurement, engineering, finance, economics, MIS, logistics, or another related business subject area graduating between December 2026 and spring 2027

  • 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

  • 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 an internship opportunity in Wichita, KS

  • Able to complete a 12-week internship in the summer (May/June - August 2026)

  • Must possess a high degree of initiative and resourcefulness in completing work with limited guidance

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Minimum 3.0 GPA

  • Previous internship or work-related experience

  • Ability to demonstrate a strong aptitude for business

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills

  • Demonstrated leadership skills and experience

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.

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