Ag Operations Intern — Summer 2027 (12 Weeks)

ADM; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

ADM invites you to join its Ag Operations Internship for Summer 2027, a 12-week, 40-hour weekly program across North America. You will gain hands-on experience in grain facilities, working with a team to support receiving, storage, shipping and quality processes.

Participants may receive housing and transportation assistance based on location. The program emphasizes development, mentorship, and exposure to ADM’s safety and operational standards in a dynamic, real-world setting.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a four-year degree with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and summer 2029.
• Minimum overall GPA of 2.8.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the assigned work location.
• Willingness to relocate to an ADM location in North America.
• Must be available for a 12-week internship from mid-May through early August 2027.
• Successful completion of a background check is required.
• ADM is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned projects for Summer 2027, with assistance from facility superintendent and other elevator colleagues.
• Understand daily grain receiving, handling, storage, and shipping activities.
• Understand grain inbound and outbound processes: weigh inbound and outbound trucks and record grain grades/quantities.
• Understand collection, testing, and documentation of grain samples for quality, moisture, and foreign material.
• Support the operation and routine maintenance of grain handling equipment (conveyors, dryers, elevators, scales).
• Learn to monitor grain storage conditions (temperature, aeration, pest control) to maintain quality.
• Understanding of how to manage grain inventory levels and prepare accurate records/reports.
• Learn and support compliance with OSHA, FDA, and other ADM safety standards.
• Participate in facility housekeeping to maintain safe and efficient working conditions.
• Shadow elevator and commercial colleagues to gain exposure to people management, logistics, merchandising and facility operations.

Job description

ADM invites you to join its Ag Operations Internship for Summer 2027, a 12-week, 40-hour weekly program across North America. You will gain hands-on experience in grain facilities, working with a team to support receiving, storage, shipping and quality processes.

Participants may receive housing and transportation assistance based on location. The program emphasizes development, mentorship, and exposure to ADM’s safety and operational standards in a dynamic, real-world setting.