About the role#
Join Stephenson Service Company as a GROWMARK Agronomy Intern for the summer of 2027. You will gain hands-on experience supporting agronomy operations and serving farmer-member customers. This role is part of the GROWMARK Internship Program, which includes mentorship, professional development, and networking. You will also complete a capstone project to present at the end of the summer.
What you'll do#
- Support daily agronomy operations and assist professional staff.
- Learn about crop production, crop protection, plant nutrition, and agronomic recommendations.
- Conduct field scouting, monitor crop health, and collect field data.
- Assist with research projects, agronomy trials, plot work, and field demonstrations.
- Use precision agriculture tools and technology.
- Help with product inventory, ordering, and receiving.
- Participate in customer visits, grower events, and educational sessions.
- Travel to various FS locations to build relationships with partners and customers.
- Complete special projects and follow safety, stewardship, and regulatory requirements.
- Participate in all GROWMARK Internship Program meetings and activities.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a degree or certification from a community college, technical college, or university and in good academic standing.
- A strong interest in agronomy, crop production, and agriculture.
- Effective communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work both independently and within a team.
- Ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
- Comfort working in varying weather conditions and at various heights or elevated platforms.
- A valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.
- Willingness to travel, including occasional overnight trips.
Location & details#
- Location: Lena, Illinois.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- This is a full-time, paid internship.
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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