Corporate Strategy MBA Associate, Summer 2026 at Land O'Lakes

Arden Hills, Minnesota, United States

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Agribusiness, Food ProductionIndustries

Requirements

Current first year MBA student with an expected graduation date of Spring or Summer 2027
Track record of outstanding performance while working on high-impact projects and initiatives, including project management experience
Curious and Analytical: Intellectually curious with the ability to go beyond surface-level information to seek and understand key insights and business implications; ability to track down primary/secondary research, analyze data, and synthesize findings
Business Acumen: Experience using quantitative and qualitative strategic and financial frameworks to analyze the attractiveness and potential of growth opportunities; foundational knowledge and exposure to multiple business disciplines (e.g., marketing, supply chain, or finance/accounting)
Driven and Results-Oriented: Sense of urgency and flexibility to meet tight deadlines while juggling multiple priorities
Strong Collaborator: Team player; track record of quickly gaining credibility, partnering with business leaders; able to effectively lead and contribute to cross-functional teams through influence
Excellent Communicator: Demonstrated professional confidence, communication, and presentation skills when interfacing with executive leadership; proven ability to articulate business strategies
Self-Starter: Highly motivated with the ability to work through ambiguity; commitment to consistent, high-quality results
Willingness to work in a hybrid work environment with minimum 3 days per week (Tuesday–Thursday) at Arden Hills, MN

Responsibilities

Contribute to business-critical projects, testing ability to think strategically, glean insights from data, and deliver recommendations to business leadership
Engage in mentorship and professional development programming throughout the summer
Expand professional network and connect directly with Land O’Lakes senior leadership team
Deliver a final presentation of project recommendations to business leaders at the conclusion of the summer internship
Provide hands-on experience across Corporate Strategy, Planning, and Business Development activities, including evaluating potential growth opportunities, industry trend reviews and analyses, competitive and emerging market analyses, modeling potential business impact, assessing organic and inorganic growth opportunities, and supporting strategic planning and M&A activities

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Strategic ThinkingData AnalysisFinancial ModelingM&ACompetitive AnalysisMarket AnalysisBusiness StrategyIndustry Analysis

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a remote position or does it require being in the office?

The Corporate Strategy MBA Summer Associate position is based in Arden Hills, MN for approximately 10 weeks from June to August 2026. Relocation assistance is provided for eligible candidates.

What education is required for this MBA Associate role?

Candidates must be current first-year MBA students with an expected graduation date of Spring or Summer 2027.

What key skills and competencies are needed for this position?

Required skills include being curious and analytical to seek key insights from data and research, business acumen with experience in strategic and financial frameworks plus exposure to business disciplines like marketing or finance, and being driven and results-oriented with project management experience.

What does the internship experience include?

The 10-week internship offers hands-on experience on business-critical projects, mentorship and professional development, networking with senior leadership, and a final presentation of project recommendations to business leaders.

What makes a strong candidate for this Corporate Strategy MBA Associate role?

Strong candidates have a track record of outstanding performance on high-impact projects with project management experience, intellectual curiosity for deep analysis, business acumen using strategic frameworks, and a driven, results-oriented mindset.