Corporate Development Intern Summer 2027 Campus Recruiting

Description

Hormel Foods Corporation based in Austin Minnesota is a global branded food company with over $12 billion in annual revenue. Its brands include PLANTERS SKIPPY SPAM HORMEL NATURAL CHOICE APPLEGATE WHOLLY HORMEL BLACK LABEL COLUMBUS JENNIE-O and more than 30 other beloved brands. The Company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats was named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report and one of Americas most responsible companies by Newsweek was recognized by TIME magazine as one of the Worlds Best Companies and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. For more information visit .

Job Title

Corporate Development Intern

Job Purpose: To gain real world experience as a Corporate Development intern supporting enterprise acquisition and divestiture strategy and business transformation projects.

Responsibilities:

Provided opportunities to work in key areas such as:

• Acquisition and divestiture projects

• Long-range planning and strategy development

• Corporate venturing and external innovation

• Enterprise project services

• Enterprise business process transformation

This position provides learning opportunities and interaction across the entire company including exposure and presentation opportunities to senior leadership.

Required Qualifications:

• Must graduate in August 2027 December 2027 or May 2028 with a major in Accounting Finance Marketing or a related field.

• Strong critical thinking analytical decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently to drive results.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Effective in communications with senior management.
• A pattern of strong goal setting and accountability.
• Highly developed interpersonal and persuasive skills.
• Ability to make recommendations with limited information.
• This position will require access to and/or the utilization of a personal motor vehicle to get to and from the workplace.
• Applicants must not now or at any time in the future require employer sponsorship for a work visa
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer

Hormel Foods does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas.

About Our Internship Program

The Hormel Foods internship program is designed with your growth in mind. As an intern youll gain hands-on experience working on meaningful projects that support real business initiatives while developing the skills and confidence needed to launch your career.

In addition to day-to-day responsibilities youll have opportunities to connect with fellow interns build your professional network participate in development and learning sessions and interact with leaders across the organization. Youll leave the summer with valuable experience lasting connections and a deeper understanding of what its like to work for a Fortune 500 company.

Were proud to be recognized among the nations Top 150 Internship Programs by Vault.

Duration

Our summer internship program runs 10-12 weeks and starts in late May and ends in early August.

Co-ops may be available depending on our business needs. The co-op program duration is typically 6-8 months and can run from early January through early August OR late May through early December.

Hours

This is a temporary full-time hourly position. Interns can expect to work approximately 40 hours per week and may be eligible for overtime based on business needs.

Location(s)

• This is an on-site position based out of our corporate headquarters in Austin MN.
• Hormel Foods does not currently offer remote internship opportunities.

Compensation/Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay of $24.50 paid on a weekly basis
• Housing assistance through either a housing stipend or company-provided housing depending on location
• Reimbursement of eligible relocation expenses
• Reimbursement for approved business-related expenses
• Opportunity to participate in a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) accrual
• Hands-on experience with a Fortune 500 company
• Professional development opportunities and networking experiences
• Potential consideration for future internships co-ops or full-time employment opportunities

At Hormel we invite difference and diversity in all aspects. We offer a space of support understanding and community. We are committed to the journey! Learn more about our progress here: Inclusion and Belonging - About - Hormel Foods

Hormel Foods provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.

Required Experience:

Intern