Agronomy Intern: Field Scouting, Sales & Sustainability

Cooperative Farmers Elevator; Rock Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Cooperative Farmers Elevator invites applications for an Agronomy Intern to gain hands-on experience in agronomy sales, field scouting, and customer interactions. You will work with the Sales and Agronomy departments and participate in ag fairs, supporting growers and learning the cooperative system.

Responsibilities include assisting agronomists with grower crop protection products, seed handling, and inventory.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to work long seasonal hours and in seasonal environments.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at a time and demonstrate good attention to detail.
• Detailed oriented to provide accurate and consistent work.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist in agronomy sales, field scouting, and customer interactions.
• Support agronomy team with seed, crop protection products, and other services.
• Gain knowledge from industry experts and learn the cooperative system.

Skills

Math skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Attention to detail

Valid driver's license

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Job description

Cooperative Farmers Elevator invites applications for an Agronomy Intern to gain hands-on experience in agronomy sales, field scouting, and customer interactions. You will work with the Sales and Agronomy departments and participate in ag fairs, supporting growers and learning the cooperative system.

Responsibilities include assisting agronomists with grower crop protection products, seed handling, and inventory.