Seed Production Intern: Real-World Ag Experience & Growth

Wyffels Hybrids; Atkinson (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing assistance (if needed)

Job summary

Wyffels Hybrids offers a Production Internship in Atkinson, IL, from May 17 to August 6, focused on seed corn production, warehousing, and distribution. It combines indoor warehouse work with outdoor activities in varying weather and includes data collection and inventory management tasks.

Undergraduates (Sophomore/Junior) studying Agriculture, Business or related fields who are team players, with strong communication skills, are encouraged to apply; housing assistance is available if needed.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate Sophomore or Junior majoring in Agriculture, Business, or related field.
• Experience in agriculture, production, research, or farming is desirable.
• Proficiency with computers for data collection and inventory management.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with production of high-quality seed corn across field operations, bulk seed processing, warehousing, and distribution needs.
• Schedule and dispatch vehicles for seed returns.
• Set up and maintain packaging supplies and containers.
• Re-bag returned seed with labeling, tagging and palletizing.
• Organize and manage inventory of bulk and bagged seed using an electronic system.
• Collect seed samples for quality assurance.
• Maintain positive relations with growers, contractors, and inspectors.
• Conduct field inspections for quality checks.

Skills

Agriculture concepts

Data collection

Inventory management software

Data recording instruments

Communication skills

Education

Undergraduate Sophomore/Junior in Agriculture or related field

Tools

Packaging equipment

Electronic inventory system

Quality sampling instruments

Job description

Wyffels Hybrids offers a Production Internship in Atkinson, IL, from May 17 to August 6, focused on seed corn production, warehousing, and distribution. It combines indoor warehouse work with outdoor activities in varying weather and includes data collection and inventory management tasks.

Undergraduates (Sophomore/Junior) studying Agriculture, Business or related fields who are team players, with strong communication skills, are encouraged to apply; housing assistance is available if needed.