Agronomy Internship

the equitya; Effingham (SC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Equity offers an Agronomy Internship in Effingham, IL, providing hands-on experience in field scouting, daily operations across locations, and an applied research project with results analysis and presentation.

You will attend training sessions, supervisor meetings, and field days to deepen your understanding of agronomic products and practices while collaborating with sales staff. CDL licensing may be pursued as needed.

Qualifications

• College student pursuing a BS degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Ag Business or related field.
• Shows attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
• Self-motivated with teamwork skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow all established safety policies and procedures.
• Work with locations to carry out day-to-day operations.
• Complete a research project and present findings.
• Scout fields for weeds, insects and disease.
• Learn about sales careers from the salesman.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Self-motivated

Team-building

Verbal & written communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Agronomy

Tools

CDL license

Job description

Agronomy Internship - Effingham

The Agronomy Internship offers hands‑on experience in agronomy operations, including field scouting, supporting daily activities across locations, and engaging in a research project with results analysis and presentation. Interns will attend training sessions, supervisor meetings, and field days to deepen their understanding of agronomic products and practices. Collaboration with sales staff and obtaining necessary licenses like a CDL are also key components.

Location

2900 N 3rd St, Effingham, IL 62401

Reports to

Location Manager

Salary

$16 - $21 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all established personnel and safety policies and procedures
• Work with locations to carry out day‑to‑day operations
• Complete a research project – analyzing the results and present the findings
• Scout fields for weeds, insects and disease
• Work with salesman to learn about their careers
• Participate in weekly supervisor meetings, agronomy training sessions, field days and Internship Development Program
• Build agronomy product knowledge regarding seed, pests, seed treatments, adjuvants, micronutrients, crop protection products and fertilizers
• Obtain a CDL and other licensing as needed

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Leadership Characteristics

• College student pursing a B.S. degree at a four‑year college/university with a major in Agronomy, Crop Science, Ag Business or related field
• Shows attention to detail and able to multi‑task
• Has a self‑motivating personality as well as team‑building skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Travel

The employee may be required to travel to other facilities in The Equity trade area, conferences, educational opportunities, and other job‑related activities.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time.

Date Posted

08/24/2026

Who is The Equity?

The Equity is an independent ag cooperative headquartered in Effingham, Illinois and has over 500 employees. Our market area currently includes 22 locations and covers central Illinois and southwest Indiana. The Equity has five divisions including: Agronomy, Grain, Feed & Livestock, Energy, and two Retail Stores, plus a Precision Agronomy dealership as well as a cutting‑edge drone sprayer business. The Equity’s mission is to deliver value to our customers through operational excellence, providing information, exploring opportunities, and supporting profitable roles for producers.

Effingham Equity shall not be liable for, shall not pay, and expressly rejects and disclaims any and all responsibility or liability for any commission, expense, fee or cost claimed or charged by any recruitment or employment agency, firm, or company in connection with the employment of any candidate selected by Effingham Equity for the position described above unless a written contract is executed by Effingham Equity and such employment agency, firm or company before Effingham Equity makes an offer of employment to such candidate