About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027 based in Mankato, Minnesota. You will work with the Lending and Insurance sales team to provide agricultural, financial, and insurance services to our clients. This role operates on a hybrid schedule. Please note that you are responsible for your own housing and transportation, though business-related travel expenses are covered by the organization.
What you'll do#
- Support the sales team and interact with clients in the office, on farms, or via phone, mail, and text.
- Build relationships and network with clients, prospects, and agribusinesses.
- Ride along on crop insurance appointments and join a Consumer Lending Specialist on site visits.
- Learn about loan and service products and how to analyze new loans.
- Gain an understanding of the 5 C’s of credit and risk analysis.
- Develop knowledge of crop insurance products and risk management strategies.
- Assist with marketing services to clients based on their specific needs.
- Collaborate with team members across the organization to learn about the broader business.
- Handle administrative tasks, including scanning documents and entering data into AIP systems.
What you'll need#
- You are working toward a bachelor's degree in agricultural economics, ag business, or an equivalent field.
- You have completed at least two years of your degree program.
- Ability to use business and financial computer applications.
- Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, analytical, and influencing skills.
- Effective team skills.
- Knowledge of farm production methods and general farm business management is preferred.
- You must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States, as we are unable to provide visa sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Mankato, MN
- Term: Summer 2027
- Modality: Hybrid
- Compensation: $19 to $20 per hour
About Compeer Financial
Compeer Financial is a member-owned Farm Credit cooperative. It provides loans, leases, and risk management services to agriculture and rural communities. The organization operates across Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. It was founded in 2017 and maintains a staff of 1,001 to 5,000 employees. The company is based in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin.
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