Summer Intern

United Grain Corporation • Vancouver, WA

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About The Position

This position is an opportunity for college students to seek knowledge and experience in the Grain Industry. This program will include a structured work schedule, exposure to leadership, a mentor and learning opportunities. Exposure to the origination of grains and oilseeds, purchase negotiation and contracting, logistics management, and delivery of purchased grain from the country elevators to the export terminal. Will evaluate how marketing plans are created with producers utilizing UGC marketing tools and advisory services via the Profit Partner Program. This opportunity is supported by and with regular communications with Merchandising staff, Logistics Managers, Elevator Managers so that a full spectrum of the business is presented.

Requirements

• Working on a four-year degree in agriculture or business
• Equivalent work experience and education will be considered
• Must be a college sophomore, junior or rising senior at an accredited college/university
• 3.0 or higher GPA
• Proven interpersonal skills
• Must support a team-oriented approach within the immediate facility as well as for United Grain Corporation
• Ability to communicate and work effectively on a daily basis
• Ability to take direction and receive feedback
• Ability to create Word, Excel, and PowerPoint documents

Responsibilities

• Exposure to the origination of grains and oilseeds
• Purchase negotiation and contracting
• Logistics management
• Delivery of purchased grain from country elevators to export terminal
• Evaluate how marketing plans are created with producers utilizing UGC marketing tools and advisory services via the Profit Partner Program
• Regular communications with Merchandising staff, Logistics Managers, Elevator Managers

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern