Agronomy Operations Internship

Crystal-Valley-Cooperative-1; Okabena (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Crystal Valley invites motivated students to join our Agronomy Operations Internship across Madelia, Janesville and Jackson, MN, for May–August. Interns will work with experienced staff to learn product delivery, equipment maintenance and field service, gaining hands‑on exposure to real-world agronomy operations.

You'll support seed duties, inventory, and customer service, with opportunities for training, networking, and professional development in a cooperative environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Ag Business, Ag Service Technician, or other Agriculture related degree program.
• Agricultural or Ag retail background
• Previous internship experience desired
• Desire to serve farmers, agribusinesses and others involved in the agriculture industry
• Willingness to work long hours (weekends and holidays included)
• Advanced equipment operation skills
• Must get it, want it, and have the capacity to perform (GWC)

Responsibilities

• Learn from Crystal Valley's Experienced Staff.
• Work alongside agronomy operations staff to safely deliver and distribute agronomy products.
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections to eliminate equipment downtime.
• Perform diagnostic, troubleshooting, and electrical work on various types of equipment.
• Assist with housekeeping and maintenance of facilities, roadways and rolling stock.
• Assist with in-season operations including seed duties, delivery, sorting, and product returns.
• Assist with inventory management and warehouse procedures.
• Shadow custom applicators while performing.
• Assist with aerial application business.
• Assist with agronomy plant operations including but not limited to tender driving, soil sampling and in-the-field service calls.
• Attend training, professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Sharpen your professional development/soft skills

Skills

Equipment operation

Customer service

Teamwork

Willingness to work long hours

Education

Ag Business degree

Agriculture-related degree program

Job description

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Agronomy Operations Internship

Intern Technical Jackson, Jackson, MN, US 1 Attachments

8 days ago Requisition ID: 1427

Salary Range: $16.00 To $18.00 Hourly

We are seeking highly motivated Agronomy Operations Interns at each of our Madelia, MN, Janesville, MN and Jackson, MN locations for the summer months of May to August. Our internship experience will offer valuable insight into the Agronomy Operations profession through mentorship and real-world experiences.

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Five Key Roles

Learn from Crystal Valley's Experienced Staff

• Exposure to the features and benefits of all Crystal Valley agronomy products and services
• Work alongside agronomy operations staff to safely deliver and distribute agronomy products
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections to eliminate equipment downtime
• Perform diagnostic, troubleshooting, and electrical work on various types of equipment
• Assist with housekeeping and maintenance of facilities, roadways and rolling stock

Provide First Class Customer Service

• Assist with in-season operations including seed duties, delivery, sorting, and product returns
• Assist with inventory management and warehouse procedures

Engage in Real Life Work Experiences

• Shadow custom applicators while performing
• Assist with aerial application business
• Assist with agronomy plant operations including but not limited to tender driving, soil sampling and in-the-field service calls

Attend Internship Networking/Development Opportunities

• Attend training, professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Sharpen your professional development/soft skills

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Ag Business, Ag Service Technician, or other Agriculture related degree program
• Agricultural or Ag retail background
• Previous internship experience desired
• Desire to serve farmers, agribusinesses and others involved in the agriculture industry
• Willingness towork long hours (weekends and holidays included)
• Advanced equipment operation skills
• Must get it, want it, and have the capacity to perform (GWC)

About Crystal Valley

Our Core Values:

• Commitment to doing what's right
• Solid work ethic
• Strong sense of ownership
• Passion for excellence
• Treat others with respect

If you possess these attributes, then Crystal Valley would be a great fit for you!

Crystal Valley is a full-service cooperative with 200 full-time employees in 16 locations serving the needs of livestock producers and crop farmers in south central Minnesota and northern Iowa. Our knowledgeable staff provides superior service to our customers with high-quality products, facilities, and equipment in our core businesses of agronomy, energy, feed, and grain.