GROWMARK Exploring Agriculture Agronomy Operations Intern - Gateway FS - Nashville, IL

SALARY: $18/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.

The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products. It's the people who represent the FS brand that set it apart. As local cooperatives, FS Companies believe it is their responsibility to ensure that our earth, our communities, and businesses perform together, sustainably. FS Companies are committed to ensuring the continued profitability for the company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and greater good. PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT:Serves as the GRWOMARK Exploring Agriculture Agronomy Operations Intern at Gateway FS in Christian County, Illinois. Works under the direction of location management for the Summer of 2027. Trains and assists with general agronomy functions to learn the foundation of the FS and GROWMARK System, the agriculture industry, and to prepare for a future career.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Hands-on experience in agronomy field and operations.Assists with facility and equipment maintenance and repair.Visits FS locations and customers building professional relationships.Operates field research and crop monitoring equipment and technology for scouting.Applies crop nutrition and crop protection products.Gains understanding and experience with ordering, receiving, and inventory control.Gains 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 inter