About the role#
This is a paid, full-time internship based in Newman, Illinois. You will work on-site to support our agronomy operations. This role focuses on field monitoring, customer service, and gaining hands-on experience in agricultural retail.
What you'll do#
- Perform regular inspections of customer crop fields to monitor health and conditions.
- Use Integrated Pest Management (IPM) techniques and GPS technology to identify weeds, insects, diseases, and other yield threats.
- Document findings through reports and photographs.
- Discuss results with customers and agronomy specialists to provide service and answer questions.
- Drive a company vehicle to reach customer field locations.
- Assist with general facility and equipment maintenance and repair.
- Participate in technical training sessions and meetings.
- Support agricultural retail operational duties.
- Follow all safety, compliance, and company policies.
What you'll need#
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Basic understanding of production agriculture.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Valid driver license and a satisfactory driving record.
- Ability to travel independently to field locations.
- Ability to walk crop fields and perform visual inspections.
- Ability to lift 51-70 pounds.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and customer service skills.
- Capacity for decision making and skill development.
Location & details#
- Location: Newman, Illinois.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time internship.
- Term: Rolling.
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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