Join your colleagues on a Professional Exchange Employer Site Visit, which will be held on Wednesday, November 20, 2024. These site visits are $30.00 each. Transportation (if needed) and tour fees are included in the site visit registration costs.
Advance registration is required and spaces are limited! All participants are required to show a valid photo ID at the employer's location.
Lunch will not be provided during the site visits. Please plan accordingly.
We are excited to welcome you to General Mills World Headquarters. During your time we will give you a tour or our beautiful campus right outside of Minneapolis and a presentation on General Mills and the roles we hire for.
What You Will Learn:
General Mills history, impact, and the roles we recruit
Company Description:
Bringing good to the world From deeply connecting with customers and employees, to thoughtful leadership and sustainably sourced food — good happens through our commitment to food, people and the planet.
It started with a flour mill Since our beginnings in a Minneapolis flour mill in 1866, General Mills has always been ahead of the curve when it comes to serving with purpose — and we’re just getting started.
For more than 150 years, we’ve made food with passion — having fun and staying true to our values along the way.
Food: We’re committed to putting people first by improving the variety, nutrient density, affordability and accessibility of our products.
The Planet: Our mission is to support thriving farmers and communities while regenerating planetary health.
People: We bring together remarkable people, bonded over our love of food — people who are hungry for what’s next.
Community: Our service partnerships and employee engagement are anchored in advancing equity and building resilient communities.
Food for the whole family Bringing good to the world means serving everyone. Our portfolio is made up of more than 100 brands around the world. We’re known for quality, innovation and food families love.
From Gold Medal Flour, the #1 selling flour in the U.S., to Nature Valley, the granola bar that inspired an entirely new grocery category, to Wanchai Ferry dumplings, which began on a wooden cart in Hong Kong — every General Mills brand has its own rich story to tell.
Organization staff from each department will share about their roles/work and how they contribute to our collective impact.
Company Description:
The Minneapolis Foundation cultivates generosity by driving action for the greatest civic, social, and economic needs. We partner with nonprofits, facilitate grantmaking, drive research and advocacy, and provide services to donors seeking to make a difference.
Key Take Aways:
What is a community Foundation?
How we partner with all stakeholders to have impact (Fundholders, Grantees, Employees, Business Parts,etc.)
Together, we show the world that through baseball, the Minnesota Twins entertain, innovate, inspire, uplift and unite.
Position Types Looking to Hire:
Internships
Academic Majors / Degrees Sought:
Sports Management, Kinesiology or Exercise Science, Business Administration, Communications, Public Relations, Sports Medicine, Athletic Training and Journalism, and Broadcasting.
Brief Agenda of Visit:
The site visit will be divided into two 45-50 minute segments with a short break in between. For the first segment, HR Specialist and Recruiter, Emily Van der Hagen will provide a detailed overview of the Minnesota Twins and Target Field’s internship program to outline typical positions they hire for each season, the recruitment and hiring timeframe including typical application deadlines and start and end dates for most baseball season positions, an overview of each typically posted internship or part time seasonal position and the majors/candidates sought after for those roles and the presentation can conclude with some intern testimonials (video recorded or in person) with an intern or two who can share about their experience with the Twins organization and how it impacted their college and career journey.
Following this presentation, the site visit will conclude with a “Team Behind the Team” tour experience. Explore the world behind the screens of our business and/or baseball operations in this offering. As part of this immersive experience, you and your group will have the opportunity to engage in a 30-min talk with a member of our esteemed business and/or baseball operations team. Dive deep into any topic of your choice related to the workings of a professional baseball team to explore career paths within these operations. Whether you're interested in learning about player scouting, statistical analysis, talent development, technology, marketing, or ballpark operations, our experts are prepared to share their knowledge and insights. Gain valuable behind-the-screens perspectives on what it takes to build and maintain a successful baseball team. During this interactive talk, you'll have a chance to ask questions, and discuss industry trends. This unique and exclusive experience is perfect for baseball enthusiasts, or anyone curious about the behind-the-screens operations of a professional baseball team. Join us and unlock a deeper appreciation for the complexities of the game!
Key Take Aways:
Our Tours offer the pinnacle of guest experiences, providing unparalleled treatment for those seeking the ultimate experience. Guests will enjoy exclusive access to the Press Box, granting them a behind-the scenes look at media operations and insights into the inner workings of game-day coverage.
Additionally, the tour features on-field access (weather pending), allowing guests to immerse themselves in the game-day atmosphere and experience the thrill of being up close to the action. Note: All tour stops are subject to change depending upon Target Field schedule and area availability.
Participants will meet in the hotel lobby at 12:30 PM and walk to RBC Wealth Management The tour takes place from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM.
Company Description:
At RBC Wealth Management, we put our client’s goals, aspirations and priorities first. We believe that every life story is unique and as such, each client deserves a wealth planning strategy that fits theirs. In the United States, RBC Wealth Management has more than 2,100 financial advisors operating in 186 branches in 42 states. Our financial advisors deliver personalized strategies and attentive service, helping clients build, enjoy, preserve and share their wealth. RBC Wealth Management – U.S provides access to a full suite of investment, banking, asset management, trust, insurance, credit/lending and other wealth management solutions to individuals, families, businesses, and institutional investors.
Overview of Visit:
Attendees will learn more about our corporate and branch structure and employment opportunities; RBC’s Employee Resource Groups that focus on diversity across identities, genders, and cultures; our commitment to corporate citizenship locally and globally; and the hiring process and timelines for positions. The visit will include a tour of our new building, which is home to our corporate office functions and offers many modern and unique workplace features for our employees.
Majors and/or Positions that may be recruited for:
All streams - we have various roles for many different fields of study, and we look for students from all different backgrounds to join our summer internship.
Hiring process and timelines:
September – February, roles will be posted on RBC Website and Handshake. All RBC Wealth Management internships are paid internships and interns are compensated as per the industry standards.
250 Nicollet Mall Suite 2000, Minneapolis, MN
All participants are required to show a valid photo ID at the employer location.
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