Capital Projects Intern

Why join Cavendish Farms, Jamestown: 

We have a student opportunity!

• Are you organized, efficient, and good at handling multiple tasks? If you're eager to learn and want to gain hands-on experience in project coordination, this role could be a great fit for you! You will help support Engineering and Business Projects and service requests related to Cavendish Jamestown.

Tasks may include:

• Help track the progress of Jamestown Capital Projects and keep important documents organized.

• Build reports and analyze data related to Capital Projects 

• Assist with bid preparation, issuing requests for proposals (RFPs), comparing contractor quotes, and tracking material or equipment deliveries

• Make sure all projects follow company guidelines and are properly documented.

• Participate in team meetings, special business projects, and professional development sessions.

• Support site supervisors and project engineers with field status reports, contractor check-ins, and safety/compliance audits.

• Help monitor capital expenditure tracking, analyze budget variances, and update financial models.

• Organize project documentation, update asset registries, and compile post-project evaluation reports.

• All employees have an obligation to actively participate in the Food Safety, Quality Assurance and Safety Programs. Participation is defined as completing training, inspections and peer-to-peer feedback. Additionally, this role will assist in mitigation of issues and concerns as identified.

• Current enrollment in an accredited university co-op program, Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Business, Project Management, Supply Chain Management, or Agricultural/Civil Engineering

• Proficiency with the Microsoft Suite of tools (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.)

• Desire to solve problems and work with others to map out processes to pinpoint improvements

• Proficiency in written and verbal English communication

• Curiosity, drive for excellence and deep interest in technology