GROWMARK Agriculture Agronomy Operations Intern - Conserv FS - Waterman, IL

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Company:
Conserv FS, Inc

City:
Waterman

State: IL

COMPANY: Conserv FS

LOCATION: Waterman, IL

SALARY: $15/hour

BENEFITS:We are dedicated to supporting the long-term financial well-being of our employees and encourage our interns to start planning for retirement early by offering them the opportunity to participate in our 401(k) plan.

P URPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT :

Serves as the Agronomy Operations intern under the direction of location management for the Summer of 2027, trains and assists with general Agronomy functions to learn the foundation of the System and industry and prepare for a future career .

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

Hands-on experience in agronomy field and operations.

Assist with facility and equipment maintenance and repair.

Visit FS locations and customers building professional relationships.

Operate field research and crop monitoring equipment and technology for scouting.

Apply crop nutrition and crop protection products.

Gain understanding and experience with ordering, receiving, and inventory control.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS :

Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS :

Must be pursuing a degree or certification from a community college, technical college or university and in good academic standing at time the internship begins, with preferred candidates going into their first or second year of college at the time of the internship.

Must have ability to obtain a CDL and commercials applicator’s license with required endorsements, a satisfactory driving record, and valid medical card.

Demonstrates ability to work independently.

Demonstrates essential abilities including communication, customer focus, decision making, and skill development.

Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.

Must be able to travel independently and overnight when necessary.

Ability tolift upto 70 pounds and work in varying weather conditions,as well as working at various heights or elevated platforms.

Ability and willingness toparticipatein required training that may include education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures andadditionaltraining as it relates to the requirements of the position.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:

Participate in all Exploring Agriculture Internship Program activities.

Ability to work a minimum of 9-10 weeks over the Spring or Summer season.

Attend one required internship event:

May
17-18, 2027:
Orientation Meeting (Bloomington, IL)

Submit weekly activity reports.

Focus on an operational project to improve efficiencies for the business.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING :

If you enjoy being outside and are interested in gaining hands-on Agronomy experience, then we can’t wait to talk to you ! We are looking for an Exploring Agriculture Agronomy Operations Intern who is eager to go above and beyond to help our customers. A few key areas of emphasis include:

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.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE :

You are pursuing a degree or certification from a community college, technical college , or university .

You are in good academic standing .

WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE :

We value relationships and people first and foremost .

We are a company that is committed to being an innovation leader in the agriculture industry .

We emphasize sustainability practices and stewardship of our resources .

We enjoy access to in-house training and…