AgriFuture Talent Program

Location: Cirimido Plant (CO, Italy)

Contract Type: 12-Month Extracurricular Traineeship

Openings: 2 Positions

Language Requirement: Fluent English (C1/C2)

1. The Experience: A 360° Journey into the Future of Agriculture The AgriFuture Talent Program is an experiential 12-month rotational journey designed for two high-potential young talents to explore Planet Farms' end-to-end business and actively contribute to international expansion.

Participants gain hands-on exposure across three distinct 4-month rotations:

- Months 1–4 | The Agronomical & Operational Soul: Work at the heart of the Cirimido facility to master production cycles, agronomical practices, crop management, and plant operations.
- Months 5–8 | The Commercial & Market Soul: Understand commercial dynamics and product distribution through exposure to Retail and Ho.Re.Ca. accounts, sales execution, and in-store presence.
- Months 9–12 | The Strategic & Development Soul: Learn financial sustainability models, cost structures, business planning, and strategic scaling in international markets.

2. Target Profile: Mindset over Degree

Planet Farms prioritizes authentic passion, intellectual curiosity, and drive over a specific degree.

- Education: Open to recent graduates <12 Months (Bachelor's or Master's) from any field of study, such as Agronomy, Economics, Engineering, Management, or other disciplines.
- Eagerness to Learn: Highly adaptable fast learners capable of thriving in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
- Authentic Passion: A genuine interest in vertical farming, sustainability, and business scalability.
- Pragmatism & Vision: A practical, hands-on attitude toward plant operations paired with an analytical mindset for finance and strategy.
- Language Proficiency: Fluent English skills (C1/C2) necessary for international growth initiatives.

3. Key Program Highlights





- 360° Systemic Vision: Experience an end-to-end operational view of an industry-leading agritech scale-up without organizational silos.
- Dedicated Mentorship: Receive continuous guidance from specialized Department Tutors at each rotation, paired with an Executive Sponsor across the entire 12 months.
- Real Business Impact: Participate in a 100% practical experience culminating in a Strategic Project Work centered on new facility rollouts and international expansion.

4. Selection Model: The "AgriFuture Selection Bootcamp"

Tailored specifically for Planet Farms' industrial and high-tech operational reality, the selection process is condensed into a single, high-energy AgriFuture Selection Bootcamp held directly on-site at the Cirimido plant.

Candidates participate in a progressive multi-stage elimination process, evaluated on the ground by internal Assessors guided by HR structured scorecards.

Bootcamp Structure & Elimination Stages

Stage 1: Kick-off & 60s Elevator Pitch (All Applicants)

- Individual 60-second pitch focusing on motivation, mindset, and authentic passion for Agritech.
- Objective: Initial screening on communication, energy, and cultural fit.

Stage 2: Plant Tour & Operational Challenge (First Elimination)
- Internal Assessors observe hands-on problem solving and team collaboration directly in the industrial environment.
- Objective: Evaluate pragmatism, adaptability, and operational mindset.

Stage 3: Strategic Business Case (Second Elimination - Top 8 Candidates)
- In-depth group challenge addressing real-world scaling, commercial strategy, or sustainability models.
- Objective: Assess analytical depth, C1/C2 English proficiency, and 360° strategic vision.

Stage 4: Executive Speed Interviews (Top 4 Finalists)
- Rapid-fire 15-minute 1-on-1 rounds with Executive Sponsors and HR Leadership.
- Objective: Final alignment on long-term potential and selection of the 2 Winners.

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