About the role#
Join Sunrise FS 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 includes participating in the GROWMARK Internship Program, which features professional development, networking, and a capstone project.
What you'll do#
- Support agronomy operations and assist professionals with customer service.
- Learn about crop production, crop protection, plant nutrition, and agronomic recommendations.
- Conduct field scouting, monitor crop health, and collect field data.
- Assist with agronomy trials, plot work, field demonstrations, and research projects.
- Utilize precision agriculture tools and technology.
- Help with product inventory, ordering, and receiving.
- Participate in customer visits, grower events, and educational opportunities.
- Travel to FS locations to build relationships with employees and partners.
- Follow safety, stewardship, and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Complete and present a summer internship project.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a degree or certification in agriculture from a community college, technical college, or university.
- Good academic standing.
- Interest in agronomy and crop production.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
- Comfort working in varying weather conditions and at elevated heights.
- Valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.
- Ability to travel, including occasional overnight trips.
Location & details#
- Location: Kilbourne, Illinois.
- Term: Summer 2027 (minimum 12 weeks).
- Modality: On-site, full-time.
- Compensation: Paid internship ($19.00 - $22.00 per hour).
- Participation in all GROWMARK Internship Program meetings and events is required.
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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