Agronomy Operations Intern

CHS Inc.; Mitchell (SD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Job summary

CHS Inc. in Mitchell, SD is seeking an Agronomy Operations Intern for Summer 2027 to work closely with customers, deliver insights, and support agronomy operations.

The internship can start as early as Spring 2027 and extend through the summer, with paid compensation and exposure to real-world industry practices. You will gain hands-on experience in scouting, crop protection, nutrients, seed, and field operations while learning from experienced professionals and mentors within CHS.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Ag Business, Crop Science, or other Agriculture related degree program.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Software.
• Agriculture experience or background knowledge helpful.

Responsibilities

• Gain knowledge of general agronomy skills including scouting, crop protection products, crop nutrients, seed, and application procedures.
• Perform all agronomy and seed operations.
• Monitor and maintain inventory quality.
• Assist with repairs and preventative maintenance for agronomy equipment including legs, conveyors, towers, vehicles, sprayers, floaters, trucks, etc.
• Provide excellent customer service and assist customers as needed.
• Maintain compliance with state, local, and CHS Environmental and Safety policy.

Education

Ag Business

Crop Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

Summary

Through an internship with CHS, you’ll contribute to meaningful projects that support agriculture, strengthen communities and help advance a global business. Our paid internship program offers an opportunity to build practical skills, grow your leadership capabilities and see how your ideas can make an impact. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals and connect with mentors, industry experts and senior leaders, while gaining career insights, building relationships and exploring how CHS businesses work together to empower agriculture.

Join CHS for an exceptional internship experience in Mitchell, SD! We offer competitive pay, a dynamic learning environment, and long-term growth opportunities. We're excited to hire an Agronomy Operations Intern for Summer 2027, where you'll collaborate closely with our customers to deliver top-notch service and valuable insights. The internship can start as early as Spring 2027, depending on business needs and your availability, and extend through the summer.

Responsibilities

• Gain knowledge of general agronomy skills such as scouting, crop protection products, crop nutrient products, seed, custom application procedures, mixing procedures, truck driving, and delivering product.


• Perform all agronomy/seed operations.


• Monitor and maintain quality of inventory.


• Regulate and periodic housecleaning processes and record keeping.


• Assist with repairs and preventative maintenance for all agronomy equipment including legs, conveyors, towers, vehicles, sprayers, floaters, trucks, etc.


• Provide excellent customer service and assist customers as needed.


• Work in and keep an environment that is compliant with state, local, and CHS Environmental and Safety policy.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• Currently enrolled in Ag Business, Crop Science, or other Agriculture related degree program.


• Proficient with Microsoft Office Software.

Additional Qualifications

• Agriculture experience or background knowledge helpful.


• Previous internship experience helpful, but not required.

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.

If eligibility requirements are met, you may participate in 401(k).

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.