Summer Agronomy Intern: Field Trials & Crops Mentorship

FS System; Herscher (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Funded Pension

401(k) & Employer Match

HSA & Employer Contributions

Life Insurance

Disability

Job summary

Heritage FS, Inc. is offering a GROWMARK Agronomy Intern position for Summer 2027. You will gain hands-on experience supporting agronomy operations, crop production, and customer service while participating in the GROWMARK Internship Program, including mentorship and a capstone project.

You will learn through field scouting, precision agriculture tools, and collaboration with farmer-member customers, with travel to FS locations and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree or certification in agronomy, crop production, or a related field.
• Interest in agronomy, crop production, and agriculture.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support agronomy operations and assist agronomy professionals in serving farmer-member customers.
• Learn crop production practices, crop protection products, plant nutrition, and agronomic recommendations.
• Conduct field scouting activities, monitor crop health, and collect field data.
• Assist with agronomy trials, plot work, field demonstrations, and research projects.
• Utilize precision agriculture tools and technology for scouting and data collection.
• Support product inventory, ordering, receiving, and operational activities.
• Participate in customer visits, grower events, and educational opportunities.
• Travel to FS locations to build relationships with employees, customers, and industry partners.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Education

Pursuing degree in agronomy or related field

Job description

Heritage FS, Inc. is offering a GROWMARK Agronomy Intern position for Summer 2027. You will gain hands-on experience supporting agronomy operations, crop production, and customer service while participating in the GROWMARK Internship Program, including mentorship and a capstone project.

You will learn through field scouting, precision agriculture tools, and collaboration with farmer-member customers, with travel to FS locations and opportunities for professional development.