Feed Sales Intern - Southwest (Beef & Equine Focus)

Land O'Lakes; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Land O’Lakes, Inc. offers a Feed Sales Intern position in the Southwest Region, combining field exposure with training alongside Purina Animal Nutrition experts.

You will collaborate with dealers and cooperatives to support customer engagement, growth, and nutrition solutions across targeted species. The internship emphasizes real-world sales experience with placements based on business needs, and may span multiple states within the Southwest region, with compensation of $22/hr for the summer

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Agriculture, Agribusiness, or related field (Junior status preferred).
• Demonstrated leadership in school, academic, and industry related clubs.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and work in farm environments.
• Valid, unrestricted driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• Must be able to live within commuting range of assigned dealer/co-op location.

Responsibilities

• Drive Customer Growth - Partner with a Purina dealer or cooperative to identify opportunities for growth within existing customer accounts.
• Build a New Business Pipeline - Identify, research, and engage prospective customers within a targeted species segment.
• Increase Adoption of Priority Product Solutions - Work with customers and sales teams to expand use of Purina nutrition solutions.
• Identify Market Growth Opportunities - Evaluate local markets and trends to uncover untapped opportunities.
• Engage Directly with Producers and Customers - Participate in farm visits, meetings, events, and trials.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Customer-facing

Driving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Agriculture, Agribusiness, or related field

Job description

Land O’Lakes, Inc. offers a Feed Sales Intern position in the Southwest Region, combining field exposure with training alongside Purina Animal Nutrition experts.

You will collaborate with dealers and cooperatives to support customer engagement, growth, and nutrition solutions across targeted species. The internship emphasizes real-world sales experience with placements based on business needs, and may span multiple states within the Southwest region, with compensation of $22/hr for the summer