About the role#
The Equipment & Operations Intern works with the equipment management team to gain hands-on experience in farm operations. You will participate in field work, research, and daily tasks related to our chip potato operation.
What you'll do#
- Support the site Equipment Manager with maintenance, repair, calibration, and operation of field equipment.
- Assist with fabrication, modification, and technical problem-solving on equipment.
- Participate in equipment sourcing and purchasing.
- Provide support for equipment-related inventory.
- Assist with planting, harvesting, and irrigation management.
- Give and receive real-time performance feedback.
- Handle other tasks as needed.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing an Associates or Bachelor’s degree in agricultural engineering, agribusiness, crop science, mechanized systems management, equipment maintenance, or a related field.
- A valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain one and pass vehicle insurance verification.
- Ability to understand and operate computerized equipment.
- Tech savvy with ability to use basic software systems such as Excel and Word.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills.
- Excellent communicator with openness to feedback.
Location & details#
- Location: Columbus, Nebraska.
- Term: Summer 2027 (Mid-May through Mid-August).
- Schedule: Typical hours are 7 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday, with occasional extra hours during peak times.
- Physical demands: You will work outdoors, drive between sites, and regularly lift objects up to 40-50 lbs.
- This is a paid, full-time internship.
About CSS Farms, LLC
CSS Farms is an agricultural business founded in 1986. Based in Kearney, Nebraska, the company operates across multiple states. It produces potato seeds, chip potatoes, table potatoes, onions, and organic vegetables. The organization employs between 501 and 1,000 people.
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