Aspiring Agronomy Field Ops Intern

FS System; Thornton (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

AgVantage FS in Thornton, IA is offering a Spring/Summer 2027 Exploring Agriculture Agronomy Operations Intern position. You will train and assist with general agronomy functions to learn the FS and GROWMARK System and prepare for a future career.

You will gain hands-on field experience, assist with facility maintenance, visit locations, operate field research equipment, apply crop nutrition and protection products, and learn ordering and inventory control while developing professional

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 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.

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

Education

Pursuing degree or certification

Job description

AgVantage FS in Thornton, IA is offering a Spring/Summer 2027 Exploring Agriculture Agronomy Operations Intern position. You will train and assist with general agronomy functions to learn the FS and GROWMARK System and prepare for a future career.

You will gain hands-on field experience, assist with facility maintenance, visit locations, operate field research equipment, apply crop nutrition and protection products, and learn ordering and inventory control while developing professional