Supply Chain Manufacturing Internship - Animal Nutrition at Land O'Lakes

Arden Hills, Minnesota, United States

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InternshipExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

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Animal Nutrition, Feed Manufacturing, AgricultureIndustries

Requirements

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in feed science, animal science, industrial engineering, ag business, supply chain and operations, milling science, manufacturing, agriculture, or related majors
Sophomore or Junior undergraduates preferred
Demonstrated leadership in school/academic/industry related
Ability to relocate during May – July 2026 timeframe
Previous experience within the general production and plant manufacturing environment is preferred but not required
This internship requires relocating for the duration of the internship

Responsibilities

Spend approximately 3-4 weeks rotating through the processes of the facility to build a foundation of manufacturing knowledge
During the project stage, identify opportunities, analyze, present a proposal for improvements, and implement changes that positively impact the facility and manufacturing organization (e.g., analyze and correct root cause of production downtime, improve operational efficiency on a production line, identify and create recommendations to minimize waste on a production line)
Receive technical hands-on manufacturing and leadership training
Work with cross-functional teams to evaluate and drive performance improvements
Network with leadership teams that oversee employee safety, product quality, labor productivity, line efficiency, and material yield

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Manufacturing ProcessesSupply ChainProcess ImprovementRoot Cause AnalysisOperational EfficiencyWaste MinimizationLeadershipProject ManagementData Analysis

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay for this internship?

The starting pay is $25 per hour.

Is this internship remote or does it require relocation?

This internship requires relocating for the duration, specifically during the May – July 2026 timeframe.

What qualifications are required for this internship?

Candidates must be currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in fields like feed science, animal science, industrial engineering, ag business, supply chain, or related majors, preferably sophomores or juniors, with demonstrated leadership experience.

What opportunities does this internship offer after graduation?

Upon graduation, interns can apply for the Manufacturing Management Trainee (MMT) program, which develops future leaders for Purina Animal Nutrition.

What makes a strong candidate for this internship?

Strong candidates are sophomores or juniors pursuing relevant degrees in animal science or engineering fields, with demonstrated leadership and preferably some production or manufacturing experience.