GROWMARK Safety & Technology Intern - Ag-Land FS - Pekin, IL

GROWMARK, Inc.•Pekin, IL

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Safety & Technology Intern will support Ag-Land FS's safety, maintenance, and operational improvement initiatives for the Summer of 2027. This internship provides hands-on experience with asset management, preventive maintenance programs, digital inspections, data analysis, and operational technology systems that help improve safety, equipment reliability, and overall efficiency.

Requirements

Pursuing a degree or certification in Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Business Analytics, Agricultural Systems Technology, Engineering, Business, or a related field from a community college, technical college, or university and in good academic standing at the start of the internship.
Interest in safety, maintenance, operations, technology, or process improvement.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Valid driver's license and willingness to travel.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Follows 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.

Nice To Haves

Preferred candidates going into their junior or Senior year at the time of the internship (i.e., juniors going into their senior year qualify, but students graduating before the start of their internship do not).

Responsibilities

Assist with digital safety inspections, maintenance forms, and operational workflows.
Support equipment, fleet, and facility asset management initiatives.
Help implement QR code tracking and maintenance documentation processes.
Assist with preventive maintenance scheduling and reporting.
Create dashboards and reports to monitor maintenance and safety performance.
Analyze maintenance and inspection data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
Support employee training and adoption of new technology tools and processes.
Travel to company locations and assist with operational improvement projects.
Complete special projects and other duties as assigned.
Participate in all GROWMARK Internship Program activities and meetings.
Attend three required internship events: Orientation Meeting (May 24-25, 2027), Mid-Summer Meeting (June 28-30, 2027), and Conclusion Meeting (August 11-12, 2027).
Actively participate in mentoring, networking, and professional development opportunities.
Complete and present a summer internship project.