Retail Agronomy Intern - AgVantage FS - Maquoketa, IA
About The Position
AgVantage FS is seeking a Retail Agronomy Intern to perform regular inspections of customer crop fields to monitor crop health and ongoing conditions. This role will assist with general agronomy functions, provide inspection reports, and offer customer service to increase customer satisfaction and maintain the organization's reputation and profitability. The intern will gain hands-on experience in agronomy field and operations, assist with facility and equipment maintenance and repair, and drive a company vehicle to customer locations. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys being outdoors and is interested in gaining practical agronomy experience.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Basic understanding of production agriculture.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.
- Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, a satisfactory driving record, and the ability to travel independently as needed.
- Occasionally exposed or required to work in extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.).
- Frequently required to lift 51-70 pounds as needed.
- Must be able to walk crop fields and conduct visual inspections of crops.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Pursuing a degree in Agriculture.
- In good academic standing.
Responsibilities
- Perform regular inspections of customer crop fields to monitor crop health and ongoing conditions.
- Assist with general agronomy functions.
- Provide inspection reports and customer service in a timely and accurate manner.
- Drive company vehicle to designated customer crop field locations.
- Inspect fields using Integrated Pest Management (IPM) techniques and GPS technology to identify weeds, insects, diseases, and other yield limiting threats.
- Document and/or photograph all findings, complete inspection reports, and provide reports to agronomy specialist and customers.
- Discuss results with both the agronomy specialist and customers to answer additional questions and add value to the service.
- Attend scheduled technical training sessions and meetings.
- Assist with additional agricultural retail operational duties as time allows.
- Operate field research and crop monitoring equipment and technology for scouting.
- Assist with facility and equipment maintenance and repair.
- Visit FS locations and customers building professional relationships.
Benefits
- Access to in-house training and leadership development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
