Field Research Intern: Agronomy & Product Development

West Central Distribution LLC; Willmar (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

CHS Inc. is seeking a Field Research Intern to join the Product Development team for the Summer of 2027.

The intern will gain experience across CHS research and development to help bring high‑quality products to market and will collaborate with technical specialists, dealers and growers across Minnesota, plus nearby states. The ideal candidate is enrolled in relevant coursework with an interest in agricultural business and will contribute to replicated trials, data collection and data analysis,

Qualifications

• Enrolled in relevant coursework in 2 or 4 year higher education institution.
• Interest in agricultural business.

Responsibilities

• Assist technical product specialist with day-to-day activities including: Coordinating replicated third party research trials to assess the efficacy of CHS products including adjuvants, starter fertilizers, micronutrients, biologicals, inoculants, seed treatments, and fertilizer additives. As well as assist with coordinating field scale side by side and strip trials.
• Visiting plots to collect data and visuals.
• Analyzing data and creating tools to support product sales.
• Help conduct small scale replicated research including trial setup, pesticide applications, treatment evaluations, trial maintenance & more.
• Learn features and benefits of all CHS products.
• Assist with product applications as needed.
• Travel mainly throughout South Dakota, but could be required to travel into North Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa and Nebraska; if opportunity to learn from other technical specialists allows.
• Responsible for an individual project throughout the summer, culminating in a presentation delivered in a company or group meeting.
• Other duties as assigned

Job description

CHS Inc. is seeking a Field Research Intern to join the Product Development team for the Summer of 2027.

The intern will gain experience across CHS research and development to help bring high‑quality products to market and will collaborate with technical specialists, dealers and growers across Minnesota, plus nearby states. The ideal candidate is enrolled in relevant coursework with an interest in agricultural business and will contribute to replicated trials, data collection and data analysis,