About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience in agronomy and agricultural retail operations. You will support customer service efforts by monitoring crop health and reporting findings to specialists and clients. This is a full-time, paid position based in Leverett, Illinois.
What you'll do#
- Inspect customer crop fields to monitor health and identify weeds, insects, or diseases using Integrated Pest Management techniques.
- Document and photograph field findings to create accurate inspection reports.
- Discuss results with customers and agronomy specialists to answer questions.
- Assist with general agronomy functions and agricultural retail tasks.
- Maintain facility equipment and perform necessary repairs.
- Drive a company vehicle to various field locations.
- Attend technical training sessions and team meetings.
What you'll need#
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- A basic understanding of production agriculture.
- You must be at least 18 years old.
- A valid driver license and a satisfactory driving record.
- Ability to travel independently to field sites.
- Physical ability to walk through crop fields and conduct visual inspections.
- Ability to lift 51-70 pounds frequently.
- Willingness to work in various weather conditions, including extreme heat or cold.
Location & details#
- Location: Leverett, Illinois.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
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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