Summer Agronomy Intern - Mentorship & Field Experience

FS System; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Pension plan

Life Insurance

Disability protection

HSA employer contributions

Job summary

Gateway FS, Inc. is offering a Summer 2027 Agronomy Intern position under the GROWMARK Internship Program. The role provides hands-on experience in crop production, field scouting, precision agriculture, and customer service, with mentorship and a capstone project.

Interns will gain exposure to agronomy operations, learn about crop protection, plant nutrition, and agronomic recommendations while supporting farmer-member customers and participating in internship events across Illinois.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree or certification and in good academic standing at the start of the internship.
• Interest in agronomy, crop production, and agriculture.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• 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.
• Travel to FS locations to build relationships with employees and customers.
• Follow safety and regulatory compliance requirements.

Job description

Gateway FS, Inc. is offering a Summer 2027 Agronomy Intern position under the GROWMARK Internship Program. The role provides hands-on experience in crop production, field scouting, precision agriculture, and customer service, with mentorship and a capstone project.

Interns will gain exposure to agronomy operations, learn about crop protection, plant nutrition, and agronomic recommendations while supporting farmer-member customers and participating in internship events across Illinois.