Capital Projects Intern

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

About The Team

Cavendish Farms is a family-run company, where our team members are never just a number. We work from seed-to-table, providing opportunities to explore and grow. Headquartered in Dieppe, New Brunswick, Cavendish Farms is a leading producer of frozen potato products and appetizers throughout Canada, the United States, and around the world. We have Manufacturing facilities in PEI, Ontario, Alberta, and North Dakota and farm operations in the Maritimes and Minnesota and North Dakota. We also operate a research and plant breeding centre in PEI to develop new potato varieties and sustainable potato farming practices. We have a proud history of values, quality and service, and bringing the goodness of the farm to the table is what we do best.