About the role#
Star of the West Milling Company offers a Summer 2027 internship program for students interested in the agriculture industry. This program provides hands-on experience across various company operations, including grain handling, milling, and agronomy. You will work alongside professionals to develop practical skills and gain insight into the industry.
What you'll do#
- Perform wheat testing and quality control tasks.
- Conduct field and crop scouting to monitor conditions.
- Handle day-to-day operations at your assigned location.
- Participate in job shadowing at your location and at the corporate headquarters.
- Join agronomists and applicators for ride-alongs in the field.
- Deliver a presentation at the end of the summer covering your projects and takeaways.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited two-year or four-year college or university.
- Pursuit of a degree in agriculture or a related field.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- A hardworking, dependable nature and a willingness to learn.
- A positive attitude and a strong work ethic.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A genuine interest in agronomy and agriculture operations.
Location & details#
- This is a paid, part-time, on-site internship.
- Positions are available in Frankenmuth, Bad Axe, Vermontville, Richville, Rosebush, and Emmett, Michigan.
- Sponsorship is not provided.
About Star Of The West Milling Company
Star of the West Milling Company operates as a food and beverage manufacturer based in Frankenmuth, Michigan. Founded in 1870, the company began as a flour miller and has grown to manage five mills across four states. Its current operations include grain processing, dry bean production, and food grade soybean distribution. The company also provides agronomy services and maintains specific divisions for organic products.
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