MiField Agronomy Intern

FS System; Effingham (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Funded Pension

401(k) with Employer Match

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Job summary

South Central FS, Inc. is seeking a MiField Agronomy Intern in Effingham, IL. Under the Area Agronomy Manager, you will help turn field data into actionable insights by analyzing MiField imagery and supporting precision farming deployments.

This internship provides hands-on experience with crop trials, tissue sampling, drone data, and customer interaction, with a path toward growth within FS Crop Specialists and the Precision Ag team.

Qualifications

• At least one year of college experience in an ag-related degree program.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Ability to work extended hours when needed.

Responsibilities

• Work with crop specialist on MiField technology and deliver results with recommendations to customers.
• Operate field research and crop monitoring equipment and technology.
• Monitor trials weekly and perform in-season assessments.
• Complete tissue sampling of trial fields and others as needed.
• Utilize drone and satellite imagery to collect data.

Skills

MiField technology

Drone imagery

Education

Agriculture coursework

Tools

MiField hardware

Job description

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MiField Agronomy Intern - South Central FS, Inc. - Effingham, Clay, Cumberland County, IL

Company: South Central FS

City: Effingham

State: IL

The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products. It's the people who represent the FS brand that set it apart. As local cooperatives, FS Companies believe it is their responsibility to ensure that our earth, our communities, and businesses perform together, sustainably. FS Companies are committed to ensuring the continued profitability for the company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and greater good.

SALARY RANGE: $16 - $17/hr

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

Serves as the MiField Agronomy Intern under the direction of the Area Agronomy Manager. Utilizing data, information, and in-field observations to advance South Central FS’s go-to-market strategy to turn data into insights. Performs regular inspections of customer crop fields to monitor MiField trials. Responsible for analyzing MiField imagery, data support, and assisting with other agronomy technology functions. This internship creates opportunity to build experience with FS Crop Specialists, the Precision Ag department, and direct interaction with grower customers. This opportunity will include hands‑on skill development and experience with Precision farming, tissue sampling, in-field trial evaluations, sales experience, customer interaction and more.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Work with crop specialist on utilizing MiField technology, and discuss and deliver results with recommendations to customers.

Operate field research and crop monitoring equipment and technology.

Monitor trials weekly and perform in-season assessments.

Complete tissue sampling of trial fields and others as needed.

Utilize drone and satellite imagery to collect data.

Successfully adhere to safety rules and company policies and procedures. EHS, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures must be adhered to at all times.

All other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

Normally requires at least one year of college experience in an ag-related degree program. Valid Driver’s License is required. Ability to work extended hours when needed.

We are dedicated to supporting the long-term financial well‑being of our employees through a fully funded pension, a cornerstone benefit that ensures security for the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection. To promote a healthy work-life balance, employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays, giving you time to recharge and focus on what matters most. Additionally, our 401(k) plan with company matching helps you plan for retirement, while our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supports your overall well‑being. Whether you're starting your career, balancing family life, or planning for retirement, our company is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that meets your needs at every stage. Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position.

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.

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.

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SECURING YOUR FUTURE, ONE BENEFIT AT A TIME.

Our benefits packages aredesigned to support every aspect of our employees’ well‑being—from health plans to life insurance, robust retirement plans, and more.We provide benefits that meet their needs today while also ensuring a secure future.

Offerings may include, but are not limited to:

UNITED STATES:

• Fully Funded Pension*
• 401(k) & Employer Match
• HSA & Employer Contributions
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• Identity Protection

*The pension plan is subject to individual company participation. Those who do not participate in the pension plan enjoy a higher 401(k) employer match.

**Some benefits are subject to the hiring company.

CANADA:

• RRSP
• Life Insurance
• Disability

*Benefit eligibility may be dependent on employment type

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