About the role#
Join Southern FS as an Agronomy Intern for the Summer of 2027. This role provides hands-on experience in crop production, field scouting, and precision agriculture. You will work directly with agronomy professionals to support farmer-member customers and complete a capstone project as part of the GROWMARK Internship Program.
What you'll do#
- Support agronomy operations and assist professionals in serving customers.
- Conduct field scouting to monitor crop health and collect data.
- Help with agronomy trials, plot work, field demonstrations, and research projects.
- Operate precision agriculture tools for data collection.
- Manage product inventory, including ordering and receiving tasks.
- Participate in grower events and travel to various locations to build industry relationships.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a degree or certification program in agriculture at a community college, technical college, or university.
- Genuine interest in agronomy and crop production.
- Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
- Ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
- Comfort working in various weather conditions and at elevated heights.
- Willingness to travel, including occasional overnight trips.
Location & details#
- Location: Marion, Illinois.
- Term: Summer 2027, with a minimum 12-week commitment starting by May 24, 2027.
- Status: Full-time and paid position.
- Requirements: Attendance at three specific internship events in May, June, and August 2027 is required.
About GROWMARK, Inc.
GROWMARK, Inc. is an agricultural cooperative founded in 1927. It provides agronomy, energy, logistics, and grain marketing services to nearly 400,000 customers throughout North America. The company is headquartered in Normal, Illinois, and manages the FS trademark. It operates through a system of subsidiaries and retail divisions with annual sales of 10.9 billion dollars.
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