About the role#
This is a summer 2027 internship based in Lena, Illinois. You will work under the direction of location management to learn the foundations of the agronomy industry. The role focuses on hands-on field experience and operational projects to improve business efficiency.
What you'll do#
- Assist with general agronomy functions and facility maintenance.
- Operate equipment and technology for crop monitoring and field research.
- Apply crop nutrition and protection products.
- Visit FS locations and customers to build professional relationships.
- Gain experience with inventory control, ordering, and receiving.
- Participate in the Exploring Agriculture Internship Program, including an orientation meeting in May 2027.
- Submit weekly activity reports and complete an operational project.
- Follow company policies regarding safety, compliance, and conduct.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a degree or certification program at a university, technical college, or community college.
- Good academic standing.
- Ability to obtain a commercial driver's license (CDL) and a commercial applicator's license.
- A valid driver's license, medical card, and a satisfactory driving record.
- Ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
- Comfort working in varying weather conditions and at elevated heights.
- Willingness to participate in all required training.
Location & details#
- Location: Lena, Illinois.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site, full-time.
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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