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Milling operations intern.
Supply chain
Details
- Found
- 15 d ago · posted 2026-08-27
- Location as listed
- Decatur, IL - Illinois
- Role
- Intern / Trainee
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Milling Operations Internship Summer 2027 – Various Locations
Launch Your Career with ADM’s Summer Internship Program
Gain meaningful, hands-on experience during a rewarding 12-week internship at one of ADM’s North American locations. You’ll collaborate with colleagues across the business, develop practical skills and contribute to projects that support real business needs.
ADM offers competitive pay for this full-time, 40-hour-per-week internship. Depending on your assigned location and distance from home, fully furnished housing and transportation assistance may also be provided to help support your transition.
Why ADM?
• Join an award-winning early career program designed to help students build professional skills, explore career interests and gain exposure to ADM’s business and culture.
• Work for a global leader connecting farmers, customers and consumers through an extensive agricultural supply chain.
• Gain meaningful experience with a company focused on innovation, sustainability and strengthening the global food system.
• Build connections with colleagues, mentors and fellow interns across ADM.
Learn more about Early Careers at ADM.
Internship Program Requirements
• Education: Currently pursuing a four-year degree with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and summer 2029.
• Academic performance: Minimum overall GPA of 2.8.
• Transportation: Must have reliable transportation to and from the assigned work location.
• Geographic flexibility: Willingness to relocate to an ADM location in North America.
• Availability: Must be available for a 12-week internship from mid-May through early August 2027.
• Background check: Successful completion of a background check is required.
• Work authorization: ADM is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position.
Professional Development and Internship Benefits
During your internship, you will have opportunities to:
• Expand your skills through LinkedIn Learning courses, language training and mentoring programs.
• Participate in Employee Resource Groups that promote connection, support and professional growth.
• Access ADM’s Employee Assistance Program for resources supporting personal and professional well-being.
• Attend professional development sessions focused on career readiness, networking, personal branding and building a professional digital presence.
• Connect with ADM leaders, colleagues and fellow interns across the organization.
• Be considered for a future internship or full-time opportunity based on performance and business needs.
Job Summary
The Milling Operations Internship offers students hands-on experience in grain milling operations, process optimization and plant engineering. Interns will work closely with engineers, operators and maintenance teams to learn the fundamentals of milling technology, equipment, and quality control while contributing to real-world projects that improve efficiency and product quality.
Job Responsibilities
• Manage assigned projects for Summer 2027, with assistance from hiring manager and other mill colleagues.
• Observe and assist full time staff with daily milling operations, including monitoring and adjusting equipment for optimal performance.
• Support process improvement projects focused on efficiency, yield, and energy reduction.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data related to production output, quality metrics, and equipment performance.
• Participate in/observe equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and reliability initiatives.
• Shadow engineers and operators to gain exposure to milling system design, automation, and controls.
• Assist with safety audits and contribute to continuous improvement of workplace safety practices.
• Help prepare technical reports, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and process documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (quality, operations, maintenance) on problem-solving initiatives.
• Understand daily grain receiving, handling, storage, and shipping activities.
• Learn and support compliance with OSHA, FDA, and other ADM safety standards.
• Participate in facility housekeeping to maintain safe and efficient working conditions.
• Assist in identifying process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Participate in and/or lead safety meetings, training sessions, and ops briefings.
• Present findings, project results, and recommendations to engineering leadership at the conclusion of the internship.
Complete additional duties based on the needs of the assigned location.
Excited about this opportunity but don’t meet every qualification listed? We encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this position or another opportunity at ADM.
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