Cattle Procurement Intern Summer 2027

Thinklance LLP; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing and Relocation Assistance for

Paid time off

Mental Health and Wellbeing program

Job summary

Thinklance LLP is offering an internship in the Cattle Procurement Group in the United States. You will schedule daily livestock production and maintain live inventory, and you will partner with buyers to purchase fed cattle from diverse producers.

You’ll complete special projects and participate in a range of activities to support ongoing operations. The program emphasizes exposure to leadership and mentorship, with opportunities for future internships or full-time roles for top performers.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Business, Economics, or related fields, graduating between December 2027 and June 2028.
• Right to work in the U.S. not based solely on student/third-party employer visas.
• Able to complete a 12-week summer internship (May/June - August 2027).
• Willingness to work around and with livestock producers.
• Geographically flexible and willing to relocate anywhere in the U.S. for the internship.
• Strong conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proven ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and cultures.
• Preferred: Proficiency in English and Spanish; GPA 3.0+; negotiation skills; CME/LIVE CATTLE familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Schedule livestock daily production and maintain live inventory.
• Partner with buyers in purchasing fed cattle from various producers.
• Complete special projects related to the Cattle Procurement Group.
• Engage in various projects as needed to support operations.

Skills

Conflict resolution

Prioritization

Team collaboration

Initiative

Cross-cultural communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Business, Economics, or related fields

Graduating Dec 2027– Jun 2028

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Schedule livestock daily production and maintain live inventory
• Partner with buyers in purchasing fed cattle from various producers
• Complete special projects related to the Cattle Procurement Group
• Engage in various projects as needed to support operations

About You

The company is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Business, Economics, or related fields, graduating between December 2027 and June 2028
• Right to work in the U.S. not based solely on student or third-party employer visas
• Able to complete a 12-week summer internship (May/June - August 2027)
• Willingness to work around and with livestock producers
• Geographically flexible and willing to relocate anywhere in the U.S. for the internship
• Strong conflict resolution skills
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Proven ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and cultures
• High degree of initiative and resourcefulness with limited guidance

Preferred qualifications include:

• Proficiency in English and Spanish
• Overall GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
• Demonstrated negotiation skills
• Basic understanding of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange and Live Cattle Trading

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay ranging from $20.63 to $28.56, dependent on graduation date and eligibility for full-time employment
• Paid time off
• Mental Health and Wellbeing program
• Housing and Relocation Assistance for eligible candidates

Training & Development

Interns have access to comprehensive learning resources and development courses. The program offers exposure to leadership, networking opportunities with cross-functional interns across the U.S., and support from mentors, colleagues, and supervisors.

Career Progression

Interns demonstrating outstanding performance and curiosity may be offered subsequent internships, co-op positions, or full-time roles for the following year.