About the role#
This internship supports the ZFS Select Seed program. You will help with marketing, sales, and customer service to improve production quality and yield for our clients. Please note this is not a crop consulting or scouting role. You will work up to 40 hours per week.
What you'll do#
- Promote ZFS Select Seed sales and assist with the non-GMO program.
- Follow procedures to meet CERT-ID EU non-GMO certification requirements.
- Manage supply inventories and collect returns.
- Ensure on-time delivery of products.
- Conduct summer visits, assessments, and farm surveys.
- Assist with year-end seed reconciliation.
- Perform additional tasks as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an Ag Business, Crop Science, or related degree program.
- Less than 3 years of experience.
- A valid driver's license and your own transportation to the worksite.
- Comfort hauling a 16-foot deck-over trailer.
- Ability to obtain a forklift license (prior experience is a plus).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and strong data management skills.
- Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization and work well in a team.
- A CDL license is preferred.
- Ability to lift or move up to 75 pounds.
Location & details#
- Location: Zeeland, Michigan.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time (up to 40 hours per week).
- Compensation: Paid internship.
About Zeeland Farm Services, Inc.
Zeeland Farm Services is a family owned agribusiness and transportation company based in Michigan. Founded in 1950, the business operates across several divisions including grain and feed merchandising, soybean processing, and freight services. It maintains a workforce of over 100 employees. The company focuses on agricultural operations and commodity risk management.
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