Agronomy Operations Intern — Hands-On Field Research

LPU Batangas; Illinois; On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Job summary

GROWMARK is offering an Exploring Agriculture Internship Program in Bloomington, IL, providing hands-on experience in agronomy, field operations, and equipment maintenance. You27ll visit locations and customers to build professional relationships while assisting with crop nutrition and protection applications.

The internship requires pursuing a degree, ability to work independently and in a team, strong communication, and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree/certification in good academic standing at internship start.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong communication, customer focus, decision-making and skill development abilities.
• Must have or be able to obtain a Class B Non-CDL license and maintain eligibility to operate company vehicles.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and work in varying weather conditions and at elevated heights or platforms.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in agronomy field and operations.
• Assist with facility and equipment maintenance and repair.
• Visit FS locations and customers to build professional relationships.
• Operate field research and crop monitoring equipment and technology for scouting.
• Apply crop nutrition and crop protection products.
• Understand and assist with ordering, receiving, and inventory control.
• Follow GROWMARK's Code of Conduct, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA, and DOT policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Decision-making

Customer focus

Education

Currently pursuing degree/certification

Job description

GROWMARK is offering an Exploring Agriculture Internship Program in Bloomington, IL, providing hands-on experience in agronomy, field operations, and equipment maintenance. You27ll visit locations and customers to build professional relationships while assisting with crop nutrition and protection applications.

The internship requires pursuing a degree, ability to work independently and in a team, strong communication, and willingness to travel.