GROWMARK Exploring Agriculture Agronomy Intern - Southern FS - Marion, IL

GROWMARK, Inc.•Marion, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The GROWMARK Exploring Agriculture Agronomy Operations Intern at Southern FS, under the direction of location management, will train and assist with general agronomy functions. This internship is designed to provide a foundation in the FS and GROWMARK System, the agriculture industry, and prepare interns for a future career. The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products, with FS Companies committed to ensuring the continued profitability for the company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and greater good.

Requirements

Must be pursuing a degree or certification from a community college, technical college or university and in good academic standing at time the internship begins.
Demonstrates ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Demonstrates essential abilities including communication, customer focus, decision making, and skill development.
Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record, along with willingness to travel, including occasional overnight travel.
Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and work in varying weather conditions, as well as working at various heights or elevated platforms.
Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.
Ability to work a minimum of 9-10 weeks over the Spring or Summer season.

Nice To Haves

Preferred candidates going into their first or second year of college at the time of the internship.
Having or obtaining a CDL license is preferred.

Responsibilities

Hands-on experience in agronomy field and operations.
Assists with facility and equipment maintenance and repair.
Visits FS locations and customers building professional relationships.
Operates field research and crop monitoring equipment and technology for scouting.
Applies crop nutrition and crop protection products.
Gains understanding and experience with ordering, receiving, and inventory control.
Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Participates in all Exploring Agriculture Internship Program activities.
Attends one required GROWMARK internship event: May 17-18, 2027: Orientation Meeting (Bloomington, IL).
Submits weekly activity reports.
Focuses on an operational project to improve efficiencies for the business.