Business Development Intern — Equipment & Trials

KWS Group; Moorhead (MN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

KWS Seeds USA is seeking a Business Development Intern to support BD activities and assist with trials, data collection, and customer support. The position is full-time, based in Grand Forks, ND, with an hourly base salary of $18.00.

The role involves working with systems to sample and measure sugar beet quality, organizing samples, and supporting trials using machine vision and NIRS technology. A valid driver’s license is required and occasional travel may be necessary.

Qualifications

• Organizational, planning and creative problem-solving skills.
• Computer skills and ability to learn new systems.
• Excellent communication skills and customer service skills.
• Ability to operate automated equipment and/or hand tools.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Work with current and new systems being designed, which are used to sample and measure sugar beet quality.
• Collecting, processing and evaluating samples from Research and Development projects.
• Assist in conducting trials for calibration development and testing using Machine Vision and NIRS technology.
• Organizing, Cataloging and Shipping.
• Control schedule to accomplish projects on time and within cost estimate.
• Maintaining, repairing and testing equipment.
• Fabricating, testing and updating prototypes equipment.
• Supporting current and new customers.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Ensure Company handbook, Rules, Guidelines, Procedures and safety policies are followed and personal protective equipment is used correctly.
• Occasionally travel and/or drive on behalf of the business.
• Meet attendance requirements

Skills

Organizational skills & planning

Problem solving

Computer skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Operate automated equipment/hand tools

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Machine Vision

NIRS

Job description

KWS Seeds USA is seeking a Business Development Intern to support BD activities and assist with trials, data collection, and customer support. The position is full-time, based in Grand Forks, ND, with an hourly base salary of $18.00.

The role involves working with systems to sample and measure sugar beet quality, organizing samples, and supporting trials using machine vision and NIRS technology. A valid driver’s license is required and occasional travel may be necessary.