2027 Summer Intern- Operations Sales Specialist

JobTarget, LLC; Drexel (MO); On-site; USD 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

MKC seeks an Operations Sales Specialist Intern to gain hands-on experience at the intersection of agronomy operations and customer-facing sales support. You will be embedded at a Midwest Fertilizer location, working with operations and sales teams to assist farmer/owners and deliver products and services for a safe, reliable food supply.

You will learn about fertilizer handling, plant operations, safety practices, and how sales, service, and logistics come together to serve customers across the

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships.
• Willingness to take initiative and learn new skills.
• Interest in both operations and sales within agriculture.
• Ability to work independently at times while contributing to a team.
• Motivation, curiosity and a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Exposure to agronomy operations, including fertilizer handling, plant operations and safety practices.
• Support of sales and service activities, including customer interactions and product/service coordination.
• Understand how agronomy recommendations, logistics and customer relationships come together.
• Participate in location-based projects focused on customer service, safety, efficiency and continuous improvement.
• Gain insight into how MKC serves its farmer/owners and end users across the agronomy value chain.

Job description

As an Operations Sales Specialist Intern, you will gain hands‑on experience at the intersection of agronomy operations and customer‑facing sales support. This role is designed for students who want a broader view of how production agriculture works—from day‑to‑day operations at the location level to supporting sales conversations and customer service.

You will be embedded at a Midwest Fertilizer location, working alongside operations and sales professionals to support farmer/owners and help deliver products and services that contribute to a safe, reliable food supply.

What You’ll Learn & Experience

• Exposure to agronomy operations, including fertilizer handling, plant operations, and safety practices
• Support of sales and service activities, including customer interactions and product/service coordination
• Understanding how agronomy recommendations, logistics, and customer relationships come together
• Participation in location‑based projects focused on customer service, safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement
• Insight into how MKC serves its farmer/owners and end users across the agronomy value chain

What We’re Looking For

To be successful in this role, applicants should demonstrate:

• Strong communication skills and a desire to build relationships
• Willingness to take initiative and learn new skills
• Interest in both operations and sales within agriculture
• Ability to work independently at times while also being a strong team contributor
• Motivation, curiosity, and a positive attitude in a fast‑paced environment

Applicants must have housing or be able to acquire housing on their own in proximity to the location prior to their start date.

Why This Internship Matters

This internship is intentionally designed to providewell‑rounded exposure to both the operational and sales sides of agronomy. You will grow through professional and technical skill development, mentorship from experienced team members, and meaningful work that adds value to our locations and customers.

We want to add as much value to you as you add to MKC during your internship.