Arches Agri Grad ProgramTM

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A grad program with a difference

McDonald’s has teamed up with suppliers, Ingham’s, McCain Foods and Turosi, to support the next gen of agricultural leaders and to strengthen Aussie farming communities. Together, we’re launching Arches Agri Grad Program. 

Grads are employed with Ingham's, McCain Foods, or Turosi. McDonald’s facilitates the program and offers unique training, development and networking opportunities. The program supports new faces with innovative ideas across the agriculture supply chain.

By backing new innovative thinkers through employment and development opportunities, Arches Agri Grad Program is nurturing Aussie farming communities and finding valuable solutions for challenges faced by the agriculture industry.  

 

What's on offer

What's on offer

Arches Agri Grads will take part in a program tailored just for them.

  • 1 graduate position (paid employment) each at Ingham’s, McCain Foods, or Turosi (18 month program minimum)
  • Each employer will provide on-the-job training and support, working across different business functions and teams
  • Access to McDonald’s best-in-class training and development program
  • An industry mentor to offer guidance and support
  • Opportunity to build a professional network and share thinking at Macca’s only supplier events and broader agriculture industry events
Who should apply Arches Agri gram program

Who should apply

Arches Agri Grad Program could be the career opportunity for you.

  • Are you a recent graduate of an agriculture or related degree?
  • Are you looking to find your place in the agricultural industry?
  • Do you have ideas about how the agri industry can strengthen and become resilient for the future?

For further details see job description.

Apply Now Arches Agri grad program

Apply now

Submit your application today. You will be asked to submit details including:

  • Education details
  • Your CV
  • Your Golden Idea (500 words or less)
  • [optional] Short video telling us more about you, your interest in the program, and your Golden Idea (3 min max)

Applications open Saturday 8 August and close at midnight 8 October 2026.

For information about Arches Agri Grad Program see our FAQs.

Golden Ideas

Applicants will be asked to propose a Golden Idea, a new solution for a real-world agricultural challenge. Arches Agri Grads will develop and share their Golden Idea throughout the program.

The Golden Idea must consider opportunities within the supply chain. We are looking for ideas that create a general benefit for the agriculture industry. We’re particularly interested in how we might:

  • Support farm profitability and efficiency
  • Increase productivity to meet demand
  • Reduce food loss across the supply chain

Supporting Golden Ideas is one way that McDonald's is working with its partners to find new ways of strengthening the Australian agricultural supply chain. 

For more information see the job description.

Our supplier partners

McDonald’s is proud to be partnering with long-term suppliers Ingham’s, McCain Foods and Turosi to launch the inaugural program. 

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Ingham's

Ingham's is Australia and New Zealand's largest integrated poultry producer and a long-standing supplier to McDonald's across the region. From breeder farms and hatcheries through to processing facilities and distribution, Ingham's manages virtually every step of the supply chain, delivering the consistent quality, high food safety standards and reliable supply that McDonald's and its customers rely on. Inghams’ geographically diversified network provides the scale, infrastructure and expertise to meet McDonald's volume requirements with confidence. 

 

 

 

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McCain

McCain Foods Australia & New Zealand stands at the heart of the region’s food landscape, transforming locally grown potatoes into frozen favourites enjoyed across homes, restaurants and leading foodservice brands. With four manufacturing facilities across Australia and New Zealand and partnerships with more than 120 local growers, McCain combines manufacturing scale with deep agricultural expertise. Driven by a passion for quality, food safety, innovation and sustainable farming, McCain delivers trusted products through a resilient supply network while helping shape the future of food.

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Turosi

Turosi, part of the OSI Group family of companies, is one of Australia’s leading food manufacturers, supplying premium poultry products to major retail, foodservice and quick service restaurant customers. Combining the strength of a global organisation with the agility of a locally focused business, Turosi operates across farming, hatcheries, manufacturing and distribution to deliver consistent quality, food safety and reliable supply. Its integrated operations and expertise create a resilient supply chain built on innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.

 

For more than 50 years, McDonald’s has worked alongside Australian farmers and suppliers to source the ingredients behind its menu. Today, more than 90% of the produce and products served in McDonald’s restaurants are sourced locally, supporting thousands of farmers across the country.  

 

Golden futures for young Aussies | Working together to make a difference |
Backing Aussie Farmers and food 

 

 

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