Sales Intern

Canadian Health Systems Inc.; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Mentorship and growth opportunities

Job summary

CHS Inc. is offering a paid Sales Internship in Pierre, South Dakota for Summer 2027. The internship focuses on hands-on experience with the sales team, engaging clients, and developing marketing strategies in the agricultural sector.

As an intern, you will learn about market trends, client communication, and the execution of sales plans while gaining practical knowledge in agribusiness. Competitive pay is provided and exceeds in providing growth opportunities within CHS.

Qualifications

• Must be currently pursuing an Agriculture-related degree program.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail are required.

Responsibilities

• Learn and assist with sales activities, engaging with clients and new accounts.
• Observe client interactions, update on market trends and quotes, and help develop marketing plans.
• Opportunity to specialize in agronomy, grain, engery and animal nutrition areas.
• Assist with reporting and documentation of sales contracts quickly and accurately.
• Support sales team with billing and settlements as needed.
• Collaborate with operational and administrative staff to improve information flow.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain professional relationships.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong communicator

Education

Currently enrolled in Ag Business, Crop Science, or other Agriculture related degree program

Job description

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

Summary

Through an internship with CHS, you’ll contribute to meaningful projects that support agriculture, strengthen communities, and help advance a global business. Our paid internship program offers an opportunity to build practical skills, grow your leadership capabilities, and see how your ideas can make an impact. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals and connect with mentors, industry experts and senior leaders, while gaining career insights, building relationships and exploring how CHS businesses work together to empower agriculture.

We’re hiring a Sales Intern in Pierre, SD for Summer 2027! This hands-on internship offers the chance to work closely with our sales team, engaging with clients and stakeholders to develop effective marketing and sales strategies. If you're detail-oriented, a strong communicator, and eager to learn, this is the perfect opportunity to gain real-world experience in the agricultural industry and kick-start your career! We offer competitive pay, a dynamic learning environment, and long-term growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Learn and assist with sales activities: engage with clients and call on new accounts.
• Learn and observe working with clients, updating them on market trends, current quotes, programs, and forming marketing plans.
• The opportunity to specialize in agronomy, grain, engery and animal nutrition are all available.
• Assist with reporting and documentation of sales contracts quickly & accurately.
• Support sales team with billing and settlements as needed.
• Collaborate with operational and administrative staff to enhance information flow.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain professional relationships.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• Currently enrolled in Ag Business, Crop Science, or other Agriculture related degree program

Additional Qualifications

• Agriculture/crop/grain experience or background knowledge very helpful.
• Previous internship experience helpful, but not required.

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.

If eligibility requirements are met, you may participate in 401(k).

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.