Summer Agronomy Intern — Mentorship & Field Projects

FS System; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Pension

HSA

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Identity Protection

Job summary

GROWMARK is offering an Agronomy Intern program in Lena, IL for Summer 2027. You will gain hands-on experience supporting agronomy operations, crop production practices, and customer service while participating in the GROWMARK Internship Program with mentorship and professional development.

The internship includes field scouting, data collection, precision agriculture tools, and opportunities to travel to FS locations to build relationships with employees and customers.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree or certification from a college or university at internship start.
• Interest in agronomy and agriculture.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and work in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Support agronomy operations and assist professionals serving farmer-member customers.
• Learn crop production practices, crop protection products, and agronomic recommendations.
• Conduct field scouting, monitor crop health, and collect data.
• Assist with agronomy trials, plots, and research projects.
• Use precision agriculture tools for scouting and data collection.
• Support inventory, ordering, receiving, and operations.
• Participate in customer visits and grower events.

Skills

Agronomy interest

Strong communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Able to lift 70 pounds

Willingness to travel

Independent work

Organizational skills

Education

Pursuing degree or certification

Job description

GROWMARK is offering an Agronomy Intern program in Lena, IL for Summer 2027. You will gain hands-on experience supporting agronomy operations, crop production practices, and customer service while participating in the GROWMARK Internship Program with mentorship and professional development.

The internship includes field scouting, data collection, precision agriculture tools, and opportunities to travel to FS locations to build relationships with employees and customers.