Summer Internship Program
About The Position
AgWest Farm Credit is a member-owned financial cooperative that provides financing and related services to farmers, ranchers, agribusinesses, commercial fishermen, timber producers, rural homeowners and crop insurance customers in a seven-state territory in the Western United States. AgWest is part of the 100+ year-old Farm Credit System – the leading provider of credit to American agriculture. AgWest champions the growth and advancement of agriculture, the value of rural communities, and the vital contribution our customers make to the economy and society. We serve customers in 59 locations throughout the West. We are in search of current college students who are interested in exploring a career in the financial services industry. Our internship program is designed to provide a realistic job preview and insights to the career opportunities and potential that exists at AgWest, primarily in the areas of credit/lending, crop insurance, and appraisal. Interns are assigned a designated coach, an individual project, and a formal learning guide, exposing them to a variety of positions and areas of our business. AgWest internships are full-time and generally last for 10 - 12 weeks from approximately June through August. Interns who need to secure temporary housing (due to the location of their internship) will receive an additional housing stipend.
Requirements
- Current pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, ag economics, ag business, or related field.
- Preference for Juniors (expected graduation in 2027).
- Coursework related to at least one of the following: ag business, finance, accounting, economics, farm and ranch management, business management, marketing, and related courses.
- Strong communication, analytical and computer skills, and teamwork demonstrated through involvement in extracurricular activities and / or outside work experience.
- Completion of the online job application which includes submitting transcripts (unofficial are okay).
Nice To Haves
- An agricultural background is desirable, but not a requirement.
- Cover letters are recommended, though not required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
