About the role#
KWS Group is seeking a Business Development Intern to support operations in the farming industry. This full-time, paid position focuses on assisting with the development and evaluation of systems used to measure sugar beet quality. You will work on-site in Moorhead, Minnesota, during the Summer 2026 term.
What you'll do#
- Support business development activities by assisting with trials and studies.
- Collect, process, and evaluate samples from research and development projects.
- Assist in conducting trials for calibration development using machine vision and NIRS technology.
- Maintain, repair, and test equipment used for sampling and measurement.
- Fabricate, test, and update equipment prototypes.
- Organize, catalog, and manage project schedules to meet deadlines and cost estimates.
- Support current and new customers while ensuring adherence to safety policies.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Agriculture, Logistics, or Mechanical Engineering.
- Strong organizational, planning, and creative problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with computers and the ability to learn new systems.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to operate automated equipment and hand tools.
- A valid driver's license.
- Ability to work in warehouse, factory, or outdoor environments, including exposure to various weather conditions and loud, dusty, or damp settings.
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks such as standing, walking, reaching, and climbing.
Location & details#
- Location: Moorhead, Minnesota.
- Term: Summer 2026.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $18.00 per hour.
About KWS Group
KWS Group is a plant breeding company based in Einbeck. Founded in 1856, it remains under family ownership. The business produces and sells seeds for crops like corn, sugar beet, cereals, and vegetables. It operates in over 70 countries and employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people.
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