Agronomy Operations Intern: Hands-On Field Experience

FS System; Maquoketa (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Funded Pension

401(k) & Employer Match

HSA & Employer Contributions

Life Insurance

Disability

Identity Protection

Job summary

AgVantage FS seeks a Spring/Summer 2027 Exploring Agriculture Agronomy Operations Intern to learn the foundation of the FS and GROWMARK System while supporting location management in Maquoketa, IA. You'll gain hands-on agronomy operations exposure and assist with field equipment, crop monitoring, and inventory control.

You'll work with experienced professionals, build industry connections, and develop practical skills for a future agriculture career.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a degree or certification from a community college, technical college or university and in good academic standing at time the internship begins.
• Prefer the ability to obtain a CDL and commercials applicator’s license with required endorsements, a satisfactory driving record.
• 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.
• Assists with facility and equipment maintenance and repair.
• Visits FS locations and customers building professional relationships.
• Operates field research and crop monitoring equipment and technology for scouting.
• Applies crop nutrition and crop protection products.
• Gains understanding and experience with ordering, receiving, and inventory control.

Skills

Communication

Customer focus

Decision making

Teamwork

Learning ability

Education

Pursuing degree/certification

Job description

AgVantage FS seeks a Spring/Summer 2027 Exploring Agriculture Agronomy Operations Intern to learn the foundation of the FS and GROWMARK System while supporting location management in Maquoketa, IA. You'll gain hands-on agronomy operations exposure and assist with field equipment, crop monitoring, and inventory control.

You'll work with experienced professionals, build industry connections, and develop practical skills for a future agriculture career.