About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience in agronomy and operations. You will work under the direction of location management to learn the foundation of the industry and prepare for a future career. This is a full-time, paid position for the Summer 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Gain experience in agronomy field operations and crop scouting.
- Operate research and monitoring equipment and technology.
- Apply crop nutrition and protection products.
- Assist with the maintenance and repair of facility equipment.
- Build professional relationships by visiting FS locations and customers.
- Manage ordering, receiving, and inventory control tasks.
- Participate in the Exploring Agriculture Internship Program, including submitting weekly activity reports.
- Complete an operational project focused on business efficiency.
- Follow all safety, environmental, and company policies, including OSHA and DOT regulations.
- Attend the required orientation event on May 17-18, 2027.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a degree or certification from a community college, technical college, or university and are in good academic standing.
- Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and work in varying weather conditions or at elevated heights.
- Ability to travel independently and stay overnight when necessary.
- Willingness to participate in all required training.
- A valid driver's license, a satisfactory driving record, and a valid medical card.
- Ability to obtain a commercial driver's license (CDL) and a commercial applicator's license with required endorsements.
Location & details#
- This position is based on-site in Waterman, Illinois.
- The internship requires a commitment of 9 to 10 weeks.
About GROWMARK, Inc.
GROWMARK, Inc. is an agricultural cooperative founded in 1927. It provides agronomy, energy, logistics, and grain marketing services to nearly 400,000 customers throughout North America. The company is headquartered in Normal, Illinois, and manages the FS trademark. It operates through a system of subsidiaries and retail divisions with annual sales of 10.9 billion dollars.
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