Agronomy Operations Intern - Summer Field Experience

FS System; Iowa; Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Funded Pension

401(k) Employer Match

HSA & Employer Contributions

Job summary

Three Rivers FS in Elkader, IA, is seeking a GROWMARK Exploring Agriculture Agronomy Operations Intern for Summer 2027. You will train under location management and learn the FS and GROWMARK system, the agriculture industry, and prepare for a future career.

You will gain hands-on experience in agronomy operations, assist with facility and equipment maintenance, visit FS locations and customers, and operate research and crop monitoring equipment.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a degree or certificate from a community college, technical college or university in good standing.
• Preferred candidates are entering their first or second year of college during the internship.
• Ability to obtain CDL and commercial applicator’s license with required endorsements.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrates 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.
• 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

Independent work

Education

Pursuing degree or certificate

Job description

Three Rivers FS in Elkader, IA, is seeking a GROWMARK Exploring Agriculture Agronomy Operations Intern for Summer 2027. You will train under location management and learn the FS and GROWMARK system, the agriculture industry, and prepare for a future career.

You will gain hands-on experience in agronomy operations, assist with facility and equipment maintenance, visit FS locations and customers, and operate research and crop monitoring equipment.