Job Description

Join Agropur as an Operations Intern in Summer 2026

Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

We are looking for 2026 Operations Interns in the below locations:

• Lake Norden, SD
• Hull, IA
• Weyauwega, WI
• Little Chute, WI

The Operations Intern works closely with the Plant Leadership Team and other members of the production team on various tasks and projects to produce cheese and whey products as well as improve plant efficiencies.

The responsibilities vary based on assignments and department needs but could include the below:

• Work in various areas of plant operations including milk receiving, cheese make, drying, packaging, shipping, etc.
• Learn to successfully operate all relevant equipment.
• Work on projects to improve process, plant and/or employee efficiencies.
• Actively meet and speak with Operations employees to learn the various aspects and responsibilities of their jobs.
• Summarize and present a review of projects and lessons learned at end of internship.

What you need to join our team:

• No experience required; in-house training provided.
• Currently enrolled in an Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree program in a Dairy Manufacturing, Operations Management, Industrial Technology - or Agricultural Science-related program as a candidate for graduation.

Where you'll be working:

• Agropur's US operations produce approximately 1 billion pounds of quality, award winning cheese each year. The US operations produce more than 20 different cheese varieties.
• As North America's largest whey protein producer and a quality-focused contract manufacturer, Agropur partners with some of the world's most prominent brands on ingredients that go into the food, beverage and nutritional industries. Agropur provides future-forward solutions for cost performance, texture improvement, shelf-life stability and nutrition enhancement.

AA/EEO Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.

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