GROWMARK Agronomy Intern - New Century FS - Newton, IA

New Century FS is headquartered in Ames, Iowa with branches across Central to Northwest Iowa and Southeast South Dakota. New Century FS employs approximately 330 employees (including seasonal workers) and serves over 13,000 customers. Providing quality solutions to be the first clear choice as your partner for long-term success, New Century FS offers energy, agronomy, agri-finance, precision agriculture, nutrient management, feed, grain, and turf products and services. New Century FS is part of the GROWMARK System, an agricultural cooperative serving more than 100,000 customers across North America and Ontario, Canada.PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT: Join [Company Name] as a GROWMARK Agronomy Intern for the Summer of 2027 and gain real-world experience supporting agronomy operations and farmer-member customers. You'll develop knowledge in crop production, field scouting, precision agriculture, and customer service while participating in the GROWMARK Internship Program, which includes mentorship, professional development, networking, and a capstone project.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Support agronomy operations and assist agronomy professionals in serving farmer-member customers. Learn crop production practices, crop protection products, plant nutrition, and agronomic recommendations. Conduct field scouting activities, monitor crop health, and collect field data. Assist with agronomy trials, plot work, field demonstrations, and research projects. Utilize precision agriculture tools and technology for scouting and data collection. Support product inventory, ordering, receiving, and operational activities. Participate in customer visits, grower events, and educational opportunities. Travel to FS locations to build relationships with employees, customers, and industry partners. Follow safety, stewardship, and regulatory compliance requirements. Complete special projects and assist with additional operational activities, as needed.

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