Perdue AgriBusiness is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into its second century of growth and innovation. An international agricultural products and services company, we handle agricultural commodities and have a diverse portfolio of products and businesses. **Summary** Come join us at **P** **erdue AgriBusiness** for Summer 2025! Our Grain Merchandising Internship offers students hands-on, real-world experience within the company over 10 - 12 weeks. What can you expect from a Perdue summer internship? + Competitive Pay + Exciting Social, Philanthropic, and Networking Events with other Perdue Interns + Hands-On, Real World Work Experience, and a Dedicated Summer Mentor + Learning Workshops + Travel to Perdue Locations Such as our Innovation Center, Perdue Learning University, and Live Production Farms + Interaction with Senior Leadership + Housing Stipend This position has a target wage of $21.90 - $28.13 per hour, based on graduation year. **Main Responsibilities** + Develop an understanding of the purchase and sale of agricultural products into the domestic market + Track and understand relationships between various cash markets + Develop automation and process improvements to improve the efficiency of trade execution + Work with suppliers, brokers, and internal/external customers to manage supply chain + Analyze and understand freight and futures spreads + To perform assigned research and project work related to domestic grain businesses **Minimum Education** + Must be pursuing a four-year degree with an expected graduation between December 2025 - May 2027 + Must be enrolled in an accredited university in a relevant field of study. Agriculture, Finance, and Economics Majors _preferred_ . + Must have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA or higher **Experience Requirements** + Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and able to learn new software + Possess strong Analytical, Communication (written and verbal) and Time Management skills + Must be able to work independently or in teams **Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements** Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings. May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another. May need to access files, supplies and equipment. When in a plant environment: Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces. May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity. May handle product 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db. to 110 db. May be exposed to all chemicals used in poultry, food, processing facility. Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company. May need to climb ladders. _Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status._