Agronomy Operations Intern: Hands-on Field & Research

FS System; Vinton (IA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Funded Pension

401(k) & Employer Match

HSA & Employer Contributions

Life Insurance

Disability

Identity Protection

Job summary

New Century FS, Inc. in Vinton, IA, offers an Exploring Agriculture Agronomy Operations Intern role for Summer 2027 under the GROWMARK system.

You'll train and assist with agronomy functions to learn the FS and GROWMARK system, the agriculture industry, and to prepare for a future career. You will gain hands-on experience in agronomy operations, assist with facility and equipment maintenance, visit FS locations, operate crop monitoring equipment, apply crop nutrition and crop protection

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 a commercial applicator’s license with required endorsements, a satisfactory driving record, and valid medical card.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrates essential abilities including communication, customer focus, decision making, and skill development.
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record, along with willingness to travel, including occasional overnight travel.

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

Agronomy knowledge

Teamwork

Communication

Decision making

Customer focus

Skill development

Education

Pursuing degree or certification

Job description

New Century FS, Inc. in Vinton, IA, offers an Exploring Agriculture Agronomy Operations Intern role for Summer 2027 under the GROWMARK system.

You'll train and assist with agronomy functions to learn the FS and GROWMARK system, the agriculture industry, and to prepare for a future career. You will gain hands-on experience in agronomy operations, assist with facility and equipment maintenance, visit FS locations, operate crop monitoring equipment, apply crop nutrition and crop protection