Agronomy Operations Intern: Explore Field Science & Impact

Phase2 Technology; Hartley (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

New Century FS invites motivated students to join our Exploring Agriculture Internship Program for Summer 2027. Working under location management, you will gain hands-on agronomy experience, learn the FS and GROWMARK system, and prepare for a future career in agriculture.

You will participate in field operations, equipment maintenance, and customer interactions, and may attend an orientation in Bloomington, IL. Duration is 9–10 weeks with weekly reports and a project focus.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a degree or certificate from a community college, technical college or university and in good academic standing at time the internship begins.
• Preferred candidates going into their first or second year of college at the time of the internship.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrates essential abilities including communication, customer focus, decision making, and skill development.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on experience in agronomy field and operations.
• Assist with facility and equipment maintenance and repair.
• Visit FS locations and customers building professional relationships.
• Operate field research and crop monitoring equipment and technology for scouting.
• Applies crop nutrition and crop protection products.
• Gain understanding and experience with ordering, receiving, and inventory control.

Skills

Communication

Customer focus

Decision making

Skill development

Education

Pursuing degree or certificate

Job description

New Century FS invites motivated students to join our Exploring Agriculture Internship Program for Summer 2027. Working under location management, you will gain hands-on agronomy experience, learn the FS and GROWMARK system, and prepare for a future career in agriculture.

You will participate in field operations, equipment maintenance, and customer interactions, and may attend an orientation in Bloomington, IL. Duration is 9–10 weeks with weekly reports and a project focus.