Location: Glidden,IA, USA
Are you our next Agronomy Intern?
Do you have a passion for farming, soils, crops and agronomy? Are you someone who enjoys providing farmers with vital information for their operations? Do you want to learn alongside industry leaders in a friendly and positive work environment?
If so, we want to talk to you.
NEW Cooperative is a leading agricultural cooperative providing innovative solutions & services to our customers in North, Central, and Western Iowa. We're seeking the right individuals to join our team as summer agronomy interns. You will be responsible for providing vital agronomic solutions and information to our customers in various ways, which may include:
* Crop scouting. Present findings to sales team and producers.
* Managing and overseeing NEW's test plot system.
* Conduct field research and learning plot research, and present findings to growers
* Grid soil sampling. Learn soil fertility fundamentals.
* Other agronomic experiences including treating seed, product delivery, interaction with producers, warehouse experience, and more!
NEW Cooperative is committed to providing the valuable learning experience that takes place in a successful internship. As a part of your internship experience, you will be assigned a project to plan and complete, which may include conducting research, interviews and testing ideas. This is your opportunity to learn hands-on! The topic of the project will be determined based on your interests and available opportunities within the company. Other opportunities and experiences will also occur, which may include:
* Actively-involved mentor
* Comprehensive company onboarding & safety training
* In-field agronomy updates and training at our learning plots
* Customer interaction
* Agronomy sales training
* Job shadows with Agronomy Sales Specialists, Precision Ag, and SOILMAP teams
* Networking with company and industry leaders
* Job shadows in other departments, as desired
* Industry tours, field trips, and outings with fellow NEW interns
* Other learning opportunities as the season, time, and your interests allow
It is vitally important that you are team-oriented, hard working, and have strong communication, leadership, and time-management skills. Applicants must have a valid driver's license and should be working towards a 2-year or 4-year college degree in agriculture. You do not need to have past agronomy experience, but you must have a strong willingness to learn throughout the summer!
Agronomy interns can anticipate a competitive hourly wage with paid overtime. Previous agronomy interns at NEW have earned $7500-$11,000 during their internships!
This position also offers competitive benefits, including:
* Not from the area? Ask about our housing assistance options!
* Company vehicle
* Uniform allowance
* Reasonable time-off requests accommodated
This is your opportunity to join the NEW Cooperative team and maximize your learning opportunities!
Employment contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment screenings.