GROWMARK Exploring Agriculture Agronomy Operations Intern - AgVantage FS - Thornton, IA

Growmark • Thornton, IA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Serves as the GROWMARK Exploring Agriculture Agronomy Operations Intern at AgVantage FS under the direction of location management for the Spring and/or Summer of 2027. Trains and assists with general agronomy functions to learn the foundation of the FS and GROWMARK System, the agriculture industry, and to prepare for a future career.

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.
• Prefer the ability to obtain a CDL and commercials applicator’s license with required endorsements, a satisfactory driving record, and valid medical card.
• 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.
• Attends one required GROWMARK internship event: May 17-18, 2027: Orientation Meeting (Bloomington, IL)

Nice To Haves

• Preferred candidates going into their first or second year of college at the time of the internship.

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.
• Submits weekly activity reports.
• Focuses on an operational project to improve efficiencies for the business.

Benefits

• Gain hands-on experience in agronomy operations while exploring career opportunities within the FS and GROWMARK System.
• Work alongside experienced professionals, build industry connections, develop practical skills, and complete meaningful projects that prepare you for a future career in agriculture.
• Equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer.
• Compliance with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.
• Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree