GROWMARK Exploring Agriculture Agronomy Operations Intern - Gateway FS - Nashville, IL

Growmark•Nashville, TN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The GROWMARK Exploring Agriculture Agronomy Operations Intern at Gateway FS will receive hands-on experience in general agronomy functions. This internship is designed to provide a foundation in the FS and GROWMARK System, the agriculture industry, and prepare interns for future careers. The role involves assisting with facility and equipment maintenance, visiting FS locations and customers, and supporting grain and petroleum operations. Interns will also gain exposure to crop scouting, field observations, and customer service activities.

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.
Must have, or be able to successfully obtain, a Class B Non-CDL license and maintain eligibility to operate company vehicles.
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)
Submits weekly activity reports.
Focuses on an operational project to improve efficiencies for the business.

Nice To Haves

Preferred candidates going into their first or second year of college at the time of the internship.
Obtains and utilizes a temporary CDL permit and/or Class B Non-CDL license as required to safely support delivery and operational activities.

Responsibilities

Assist with facility and equipment maintenance and repair.
Visit FS locations and customers building professional relationships.
Assist grain operations personnel with receiving, handling, conditioning, storing, and loading grain while maintaining safety and quality standards.
Support petroleum operations through product delivery activities, inventory management, facility inspections, and customer service interactions.
Operate company vehicles and equipment in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations.
Perform agricultural product deliveries independently under the direction of the Location Manager and operations team.
Assist with daily operational tasks including facility maintenance, equipment inspections, housekeeping, and inventory management.
Gain exposure to agronomy operations through crop scouting, field observations, and customer support activities as assigned.
Provide excellent customer service while interacting with growers, customers, vendors, and team members.
Apply crop nutrition and crop protection products.
Gain understanding and experience with ordering, receiving, and inventory control.
Follow GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.
Perform all other duties as assigned.