GROWMARK Exploring Agriculture Agronomy Intern - Three Rivers FS - Elkader, IA

Three Rivers FS; Elkader (IA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Job summary

Three Rivers FS is offering an Exploring Agriculture Agronomy Operations Intern position for Summer 2027 in Elkader, IA. The role provides hands-on experience in agronomy, field operations, and customer relations under location management.

You will train with management, work on equipment and inventory, and learn about crop protection products, ordering, and safety compliance. Interns should be pursuing an agriculture-related degree and be prepared for 9–10 weeks, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree or certification in agriculture or related field, with good academic standing.
• Preferred ability to obtain a CDL and commercial applicator license with endorsements.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrates strong communication, customer focus, and decision-making skills.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel, including overnight travel.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and work in varying weather and at heights.
• Willingness to participate in required training on policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on experience in agronomy field and operations.
• Assists with facility and equipment maintenance and repair.
• Builds professional relationships with customers during visits.
• Operates field research and crop monitoring equipment for scouting.
• Applies crop nutrition and crop protection products.
• Gains understanding of ordering, receiving, and inventory control.
• Participates in all Exploring Agriculture Internship Program activities.
• Submits weekly activity reports.
• Focuses on an operational project to improve efficiencies for the business.

Skills

Communication

Customer focus

Decision making

Skill development

Education

Pursuing a degree in Agriculture or related field

First or second-year college student

Job description

COMPANY: Three Rivers FS

HIRING MANAGER: Rebecca Martin

LOCATION: Elkader, IA

BENEFITS: We are dedicated to supporting the long-term financial well-being of our employees and encourage our interns to start planning for retirement early by offering them the opportunity to participate in our 401(k) plan.

GROWMARK Exploring Agriculture Agronomy Operations Intern – Three Rivers FS

Purpose And Summary Statement

Serves as the GROWMARK Exploring Agriculture Agronomy Operations Intern at Three Rivers FS under the direction of location management for the Summer of 2027. Trains and assists with general agronomy functions to learn the foundation of the FS and GROWMARK System, the agriculture industry, and to prepare for a future career.

Essential Job Functions

• 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.

Other Job Functions

• Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 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, with preferred candidates going into their first or second year of college at the time of the internship.
• Prefer the ability to obtain a CDL and commercials applicator’s license with required endorsements, a satisfactory driving record, and valid medical card.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrates essential abilities including communication, customer focus, decision making, and skill development.
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record, along with willingness to travel, including occasional overnight travel.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and work in varying weather conditions, as well as working at various heights or elevated platforms.
• Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.

Program Requirements

• Participates in all Exploring Agriculture Internship Program activities.
• Ability to work a minimum of 9-10 weeks over the Spring or Summer season.

Attends One Required GROWMARK Internship Event

• May 17-18, 2027: Orientation Meeting (Bloomington, IL)

Submits weekly activity reports.

Focuses on an operational project to improve efficiencies for the business.

WHY JOIN US?

Gain hands-on experience in agronomy operations while exploring career opportunities within the FS and GROWMARK System. You'll work alongside experienced professionals, build industry connections, develop practical skills, and complete meaningful projects that prepare you for a future career in agriculture.

We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.

Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.