HR Pathways Internship, Summer 2026Human Resources Pathways Internship – Summer 2026When you join Land O’Lakes as an intern, you are joining a Fortune 250 agribusiness and food production leader with more than 100 years of operations as a farmer- and member-owned cooperative. With business units spanning crop insights, animal nutrition, dairy foods, and sustainability solutions, you will gain a purpose-driven, hands-on internship experience.Position PurposeThe HR Pathways Internship will provide exposure to both corporate and plant/manufacturing HR functions. You will take on impactful projects across key HR disciplines such as:Labor and Employee RelationsLearning and DevelopmentTalent Acquisition & ManagementChange ManagementCompensationThis is more than just a summer role—it is the first step in a potential long-term career path. Our HR Pathways Internship serves as a pipeline to the HR Pathways Associate Program, a two-year rotational development program designed to accelerate your HR career, which provides up to four six-month rotations (or extended placement in a Supply Chain facility) designed to develop well-rounded HR leaders.As an HR Pathways Intern, you will:Contribute to business-critical projects that make a meaningful impact.Engage in mentorship and professional development programming throughout the summer.Expand your professional HR network and connect directly with Land O’Lakes senior leadership.Deliver a final presentation of your project outcomes to HR and business leaders at the conclusion of the internship.Build the knowledge, skills, and confidence to launch a successful career in Human Resources.Internship Details:Location: Land O’Lakes Headquarters – Arden Hills, MN or Plant Manufacturing SiteDuration: 11 weeks (June – August 2026)Compensation: $39.00/hourRelocation: Housing stipend and relocation assistance available for eligible candidatesRequired Education & ExperienceCurrently enrolled as a first-year Master’s student in Human Resources/Industrial Relations (MA-HR/IR), Labor Relations (MA-HR/LR), or an MBA program with at least one semester completedPreferred QualificationsPrior Human Resources or business experience is a plusStrong interest in pursuing the HR Pathways Associate Program post-graduationRequired Skills & CompetenciesSelf-starter with passion and drive to succeedCollaborative mindset with ability to partner across functions and business unitsStrong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skillsDemonstrated leadership abilityExcellent organizational and analytical skillsAdaptability and agility in dynamic environmentsStrategic thinking capabilitiesProficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPointApplication InstructionsApplication Deadline: Monday, September 15 by 11:59 PM CSTRequired: Resume and cover letterAbout Land O'Lakes, Inc.Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.Benefits for most full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, a 401k and a variety of well-being resources. Most part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k).Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.Neither Land O’Lakes, nor its search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receive a call or email like this, please do not provide the information being requested.
