Intern - Feed & Grain Operations

Keystone Cooperative, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Keystone Cooperative, Inc. offers a hands-on internship within the Feed Livestock & Grain Business Unit. You will work with experienced professionals and contribute to a capstone project presented to senior leadership.

Ideal candidates are pursuing an Agriculture-related degree, have a valid driver's license, and possess strong organizational and communication skills. Prior internship experience is preferred, and you will use Microsoft Office in daily tasks.

Qualifications

• Excellent organizational and communication skills required.
• Prior internship preferred.
• Pursuing a degree in Agriculture related field.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record and reliable vehicle.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and related apps.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in grain markets and purchasing.
• Coordinate truck and rail operations learning.
• Follow safety guidelines and OSHA rules.
• Learn USDA grain grading standards.
• Track and map grain and feed ingredient flows.
• Assist in loading trucks and railcars.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Agriculture-related degree

Currently enrolled in accredited college/university

Job description

Position Overview

This internship will offer a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in our Feed Livestock & Grain Business Unit, working closely with experienced professionals. This internship will be tailored to the interest and experience level of the candidate to maximize learning while contributing to the success of the company. This specialized internship will provide real world working experience culminating in a capstone project that will be presented to senior leadership at the end of the internship.

Duties and Responsibilities

May include but are not limited to (depending on location):

• Understand and learn to advise on local grain markets and ingredient purchasing.
• Learn to coordinate truck and rail operations.
• Learn and follow safety and OSHA laws/guidelines.
• Grain Grading: learning and applying the USDA grain grading standards.
• Grain Flows: track and map the flow of grain and feed ingredients throughout one or more terminal facilities.
• Truck Loading: learn to operate PLC equipment to efficiently load feed delivery trucks.
• Rail loading: learn what it takes to load and unload railcars, as well as perform various rail loading duties.
• Assist in housekeeping and maintenance of facility grounds including but not limited to cleaning the lot, dusting, sweeping, mopping and vacuuming.
• Assist in equipment maintenance.
• Communicate activities, needs and accomplishments with management.

Skills and Qualifications

Possess exceptional organizational and communication skills.

At least one prior internship preferred.

Pursuing a degree in an Agriculture related field.

Must have a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and reliable vehicle.

Ability to use Microsoft apps and programs.

Education and Experience

Currently enrolled in accredited college or university.

Benefits

Our offerings include:

• Health & Wellness: Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus wellness programs to keep you feeling your best.
• Financial Security: Competitive 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off: Generous time off with pay to recharge and spend with loved ones.
• Career Growth: Training, development opportunities, and tuition assistance to help you reach your goals.
• Employee Discounts & Perks: Exclusive savings and programs to make life outside of work even better.

Join a team that invests in you—personally and professionally! Keystone Cooperative, Inc. is a 100% farmer-owned cooperative serving customers across Indiana, Ohio, Michigan and Illinois. Centered on the valued relationships that have built and grown the cooperative for 100 years, Keystone specializes in energy, agronomy, grain, animal nutrition, and swine production. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Keystone serves as a center point in local family farms and rural communities, ensuring today's successes and securing tomorrow's opportunities.