Prof Sir David Baulcombe, Regius Professor of Botany and Head of Plant Sciences Department, will introduce you to Christine Tacon, Chair of MDS, a training provider of graduates to the food and produce industry.
Christine will tell you how you can apply for a 2-year paid graduate scheme in the food and fresh produce industry. By working in different companies and in different roles during your placement, rather than just one, you will gain a wider experience of the industry and a better understanding of where you fit within it.
What’s in it for you?
- Valuable experience within a fast-paced and exciting industry which is actively seeking fresh talent
- Four different roles with real responsibility within member companies across the UK, with the possibility of overseas roles
- 27 formal training days from Cranfield School of Management and leading industry professionals
- Access to an extensive network of companies and industry contacts
- Competitive starting salary, increasing in year 2
- Personal mentoring from MDS staff and secondment managers at all placements to support you throughout the programme
- Excellent and diverse career prospects. Farm Manager, Agronomist or Procurement Manager: the opportunities are endless!
Date:
Monday, 15 May, 2017 - 16:30 to 18:30
Contact name:
Mariana Fazenda