Agronomy Intern - Summer Field Research & Mentorship

FS System; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Funded Pension

401(k) Matching

HSA & Employer Contributions

Life Insurance

Disability

Identity Protection

Job summary

Ag-Land FS, Inc. invites students to join as an Agronomy Intern for Summer 2027 in Tremont, IL.

You will gain hands-on experience supporting agronomy operations and farmer-member customers within the GROWMARK Internship Program, including mentorship, professional development, and a capstone project. You will learn crop production practices, crop protection products, plant nutrition, and agronomic recommendations while participating in field scouting, data collection, and customer-facing

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree or certification from a community college, technical college, or university and in good academic standing at the start of the internship.
• Interest in agronomy, crop production, and agriculture.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and work in varying weather conditions, including heights or elevated platforms.

Responsibilities

• Support agronomy operations and assist agronomy professionals in serving farmer-member customers.
• Learn crop production practices, crop protection products, plant nutrition, and agronomic recommendations.
• Conduct field scouting activities, monitor crop health, and collect field data.
• Assist with agronomy trials, plot work, field demonstrations, and research projects.
• Utilize precision agriculture tools and technology for scouting and data collection.
• Support product inventory, ordering, receiving, and operational activities.
• Participate in customer visits, grower events, and educational opportunities.
• Travel to FS locations to build relationships with employees, customers, and industry partners.
• Follow safety, stewardship, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Complete special projects and assist with additional operational activities.

Job description

Ag-Land FS, Inc. invites students to join as an Agronomy Intern for Summer 2027 in Tremont, IL.

You will gain hands-on experience supporting agronomy operations and farmer-member customers within the GROWMARK Internship Program, including mentorship, professional development, and a capstone project. You will learn crop production practices, crop protection products, plant nutrition, and agronomic recommendations while participating in field scouting, data collection, and customer-facing