Summer Agronomy Operations Intern: Field & Equipment

South Dakota Ag Connection; Watertown (SD); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

CHS Inc. in Watertown, SD, invites you to join as an Agronomy Operations Intern for Summer 2027. This paid internship offers hands-on learning, mentoring from experienced professionals, and exposure to field operations and customer service.

You will gain knowledge of general agronomy skills, assist with maintenance, and support inventory control while developing practical skills for a career in agriculture.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Ag Business, Crop Science, or other Agriculture related degree program.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Software.
• Ability to operate machinery such as loaders, conveyors, tractors, and track mobile.
• CDL license preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gain knowledge of general agronomy skills such as scouting, crop protection products, crop nutrient products, seed, custom application procedures, mixing procedures, truck driving, and delivering product.
• Perform all agronomy/seed operations.
• Monitor and maintain quality of inventory.
• Regulate and periodic housecleaning processes and record keeping.
• Assist with repairs and preventative maintenance for all agronomy equipment including legs, conveyors, towers, vehicles, sprayers, floaters, trucks, etc.
• Provide excellent customer service and assist customers as needed.
• Work in and keep an environment that is compliant with state, local, and CHS Environmental and Safety policy.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Ag Business / Crop Science degree

Tools

Loader

Conveyors

Tractors

Track mobile

CDL License

Forklift Certification

Job description

CHS Inc. in Watertown, SD, invites you to join as an Agronomy Operations Intern for Summer 2027. This paid internship offers hands-on learning, mentoring from experienced professionals, and exposure to field operations and customer service.

You will gain knowledge of general agronomy skills, assist with maintenance, and support inventory control while developing practical skills for a career in agriculture.