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

Growmark • Nashville, IL

91d • $15

About The Position

Serves as the Agronomy Operations intern under the direction of location management, trains and assists with general Agronomy functions to learn the foundation of the system and industry, and prepares 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.
• Must have the ability to obtain a CDL and commercial applicator's license with required endorsements, a satisfactory driving record, and a valid medical card.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently.
• Demonstrates essential abilities, including communication, customer focus, decision-making, and skill development.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
• Must be able to travel independently and overnight when necessary.
• Frequently required to lift 51-70 pounds as needed.
• Frequently exposed and required to work in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, wet, etc.), as well as working at various heights or elevated platforms.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on experience in the agronomy field and operations.
• Assist with facility and equipment maintenance and repair.
• Visit FS locations and customers, building professional relationships.
• Operate field research and crop monitoring equipment and technology for scouting.
• Apply crop nutrition and crop protection products.
• Gain understanding and experience with ordering, receiving, and inventory control.

Benefits

• Opportunity to participate in our 401(k) plan.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers
• Education Level: No Education Listed