Industrial Operations Intern

Summary

Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods operating across the global value chain. The Industrial Operations Intern will gain hands-on experience at a Grains & Oilseeds terminal, elevator, or crush plant by contributing to facility projects such as shutdown planning, capital expenditure projects, and environmental initiatives, and will present a capstone project to Industrial Leadership.

Responsibilities

• As an intern you will apply your academic learning and problem-solving skills to real-world challenges while collaborating and building relationships with experts in the industry
• LDC Industrial Operations Interns will contribute to the success of their assigned facility by contributing to challenging and impactful projects
• Project topics will be variable but can include assisting with planning and execution of shutdowns, planning and preparing for CapEx projects, and/or environmental projects
• A capstone presentation is given to Industrial Leadership at the conclusion of the internship

Skills

• Junior or Senior year college students who will graduate with a Bachelor's degree in: Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Food Safety, Agriculture Mechanization, Agriculture Systems Technology, or Agricultural Engineering
• Prior internship or work experience in manufacturing
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures
• Individuals who possess a high degree of initiative and resourcefulness in completing tasks
• Must be available for a 10-12 week assignment
• Must be willing to temporarily relocate as necessary
• Industrial environment – working at heights, stair climbing, confined spaces, varying temperatures, grain dust

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Junior or Senior year college students who will graduate with a Bachelor's degree in: Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Food Safety, Agriculture Mechanization, Agriculture Systems Technology, or Agricultural Engineering
• Prior internship or work experience in manufacturing
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures
• Individuals who possess a high degree of initiative and resourcefulness in completing tasks
• Must be available for a 10-12 week assignment
• Must be willing to temporarily relocate as necessary
• Industrial environment – working at heights, stair climbing, confined spaces, varying temperatures, grain dust

Benefits

• Paid internship
• Outstanding career development opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage
• Flexible spending account plans
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• 401k with Company Match
• Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Flexible work available (not applicable to all roles)
• Personal Protective Equipment is provided