Agropur · 10 hours ago
Maintenance Intern
USA South Dakota Lake Norden
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SummerAgropur is a leading dairy manufacturer in North America, seeking a Maintenance Intern for Summer 2026 in Lake Norden, South Dakota. The role involves hands-on experience in various plant operations, learning about dairy manufacturing processes, and improving efficiencies within the plant.
Industrial
Responsibilities
Work in various areas of plant operations including milk receiving, cheese make, drying, packaging, shipping, waste water treatment, etc
Learn as much about the Agropur business model and how to run an efficient, large-scale, dairy manufacturing plant
Actively meet and speak with plant employees to learn the various aspects and responsibilities of their jobs
Work on projects to improve employee, process and plant efficiencies
Learn to successfully troubleshoot equipment for electrical and mechanical systems different areas of the plant
Take direction on assignments and then work autonomously or with appropriate team(s) to accomplish assignment objectives
Acquire current knowledge and understanding of regulations, industry trends, current practices, new developments and applicable laws related to Maintenance in a dairy manufacturing environment
Actively meet and speak with Maintenance employees to learn the various aspects and responsibilities of their jobs
Present a summary of projects and lessons learned at end of internship, if applicable
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in an Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree or Master's program in a Dairy Science, Dairy Manufacturing, Engineering, or related program as a candidate for graduation
Demonstrate functional and technical knowledge, ability to learn new skills quickly, and achieve a high level of accomplishment
Demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills
Benefits
Attractive pay and housing assistance
Company
Agropur
Agropur cooperative is a Canadian dairy industry leader.
Founded in 1938
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (2)
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2022 (1)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$770MKey Investors
La Caisse
2015-12-17Series Unknown· $300M
2014-12-18Series Unknown· $470M
Leadership Team
Brad Cashaw
Chief Operating Officer
Alex Nicholson
Buisness Partner - Process Transformation
Recent News
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