"It all started at a career fair...from what I learned about Land O’Lakes, it seemed they would be a great fit. I was lucky enough to intern at Land O’Lakes and found it to be a very collaborative environment. Now I’m really excited to head back to the supply chain department in June for a full-time position.”

As senior director of IT services at Land O’Lakes, Derek Shaw knows what it means to collaborate on the job—with co-op members, other agriculture businesses, and a multitude of technology companies. So when a Carlson School of Management professor asked if someone from Land O’Lakes would guest lecture, Shaw volunteered.

Inspiring students: For the... Read more

Scholarship support plays a key role in Land O’Lakes’ multifaceted approach to building a robust pipeline of high-potential food and agriculture professionals.

Preparing students, opening doors: The Land O’Lakes Multifunctional Agricultural and Food Systems Scholarship pairs financial support with hands-on learning for transfer students in the... Read more

Land O’Lakes mentors share wisdom about building successful careers

Outside the classroom: College students quickly discover that their education isn’t just about book smarts. Another key to career preparation happens outside of the classroom, whether it’s via mentoring, an internship, or career-readiness events.

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Land O’Lakes representatives are frequently part of the recruiting scene on the U of M’s Twin Cities campus, helping students see the company brand and careers, and hone job-seeking skills. Three recent examples among many include:

The CSE Career Fair: Career fairs guide students in learning more about the process of seeking jobs and internships,... Read more

Land O'Lakes had a big recruiting presence at Pro Day 2017, a career fair attended by 600+ U of M student-athletes. Speakers included College Relations team member Nick Koewler, who did a breakout session on "Life After the Career Fair," and Heidi Riese, who spoke to approximately 100 freshmen on "How to Talk to a Recruiter." The event was held October 16 in the DQ Club Room at TCF Bank... Read more