Marketplace Internship

FCS Financial; Missouri; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Travel opportunities

Mentor program

Job summary

FCS Financial is offering a 12-week Marketplace Internship across Missouri, pairing you with mentors and giving hands-on exposure to agricultural finance, lending, and business operations. You’ll travel regionally, network with leaders, and work on real projects that impact rural communities.

The program emphasizes mentorship, professional development, and a practical path to explore future careers in agriculture finance. Eligible students from Missouri are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Current college sophomore (Completed 30 Credits), junior (Completed 60 Credits), first‑semester senior, or graduate student.
• Pursuing a degree in Agricultural Business, Agricultural Economics, Animal Science, Agronomy, Agricultural Education, Agricultural Communications, General Agriculture, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Learn the components of the lending process.
• Learn credit fundamentals and credit philosophy.
• Learn the process of appraising real and chattel properties.
• Learn the variety of risk management options offered by FCS Financial including crop, livestock, and life insurance.
• Complete one or more projects identified by FCS that are hands‑on in nature and add value to the company.
• Presentations to the Board of Directors and senior leadership.
• Collaborate with mentors and staff to develop professional communication.

Skills

General knowledge of agriculture

Valid driver's license

Oral and written communication

Education

Agricultural Business / Economics / Animal Science / Agronomy / Agricultural Education / Agricultural Communications / General Agriculture / Business / Finance

Job description

Learn. Grow. Explore Missouri Agriculture.

Looking for an internship that is more than just coffee runs and spreadsheets? FCS Financial is looking for three Marketplace Interns to join us for a 12-Week summer experience designed to help them explore career opportunities, build professional skills, and gain real-word exposure to the finance side of Missouri Agriculture. If you’re curious, motivated, and ready to learn, this internship offers a unique opportunity to work with experienced professionals while making connections across our Association.

As a Marketplace Intern, you’ll discover how FCS Financial supports agriculture and rural communities throughout Missouri and gain hands‑on experience in lending, customer relationships, and business operations. Through this experience you'll build your network, develop new skills, find a career path, and experience our "One Team" culture.

The Opportunity

As a Marketplace Intern, you will:

• Work with industry professionals across the Association and learn how FCS Financial serves our member owners throughout Missouri
• Be partnered with a mentor from our Young Professional group to provide guidance and support throughout the internship
• Gain exposure to the full agricultural lending process from start to finish.
• Explore a variety of areas FCS Financial has to offer: Crop Insurance, Accounting & Finance, Credit Services, Human Resources, Legal, Loan Services, Audit, Marketing, Title Services, and Information Services
• Experience our "One Team" culture through collaboration, mentorship and team activities.
• Customize part of your internship by spending areas that interest you and align with your career goals
• Travel throughout Missouri and gain first hand exposure to the agriculture industry and our member owners.

Why Join FCS Financial?

• Meaningful Experience: Gain hands-on experience to agricultural finance, lending, and business operations.
• Professional Growth: Develop workplace skills, build confidence, and explore future career paths.
• Network Opportunities: Connect with leaders, industry professionals, and other interns across Missouri.
• Missouri Agriculture Exposure: Experience the diversity of Missouri agriculture through travel and customer interactions.
• Competitive Pay: Starting Wage of $20.00 per hour (subject to change).
• Travel Support: Eligible internship related travel expenses are covered by FCS Financial.
• Purpose: Be apart of an organization that is committed to strengthening agricultural and rural communities.

What You Need

• Current college sophomore (Completed 30 Credits), junior (Completed 60 Credits), first‑semester senior, or graduate student.
• Pursuing a degree in Agricultural Business, Agricultural Economics, Animal Science, Agronomy, Agricultural Education, Agricultural Communications, General Agriculture, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• General knowledge of agriculture, rural communities, financial services, and FCS Financial.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
• Valid driver's license.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Ready to Grow With Us?

If you’re looking for an internship that combines meaningful work, professional development, and a chance to see another side of Missouri agriculture, we’d love for you to apply!

Location

Marketplace Interns are assigned to one of the three regional teams across Missouri:

• Northern Missouri – Team #1
• Southern Missouri – Team #3

This position will close on October 16, 2026.

This position is classified as Non-Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Department: Marketplace Services

Reports To: Senior Vice President, Human Resources or Designee

This 12-week internship typically begins in late May and concludes during the second week of August.

Job Functions

50%

Internship Program - (12 Weeks)

• Learn the components of the lending process
• Learn credit fundamentals and credit philosophy
• Learn the process of appraising real and chattel properties
• Learn the variety of risk management options offered by FCS Financial including crop, livestock, and life insurance.

20%

Projects

• Complete one or more projects identified by FCS that are hands‑on in nature and designed to add value to the company.
• Presentations to the Board of Directors, senior leadership, mentors and other staff will be conducted towards the end of the internship.

20%

Communication

• Work with several mentors within various areas of the Association.
• Interact with FCS staff as a team member.

10%

Marketing

• Learn about customer relationships and marketing and contribute to FCS image as the leading agriculture financial institution committed to customers.

n/a

• Other duties as assigned to meet the needs of the organization.
• Essential Functions for this position consist of all items listed under any category that make up 5% or more of the job duties. This job description is subject to change without notice.

Minimum Qualifications

• College sophomores, juniors, first semester seniors, or graduate students
• Desired degree programs are Agricultural Business, Agricultural Economics, Animal Science, Agronomy, Agricultural Education, Agricultural Communications, General Agriculture, Business, Finance

Required Knowledge and Skills

• General knowledge of FCS Financial
• General knowledge of the agricultural industry
• General knowledge of agriculture/rural communities
• General knowledge of financial services industry
• General knowledge of basic financial/accounting terms and applications
• Skill in using Microsoft technologies including e-mail, word and spreadsheet processing
• Oral and written communication skills sufficient to discuss a variety of job‑related topics, and to effectively communicate complex topics to a variety of audiences
• Responsible to appropriately protect the confidentiality, security, and integrity of the Association’s systems and data and clients’ data