2027 Summer Internship - Agronomy (Sustain)

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Garden City, IA, USA
In-Office
Internship
Retail • Agriculture
The Role
Seasonal internship providing hands-on experience in conservation and sustainability agronomy. Assist growers with enrollment in financial assistance programs, collect and report operational data for carbon and conservation initiatives, deliver training on soil health and cover crops, lead a field trial, and participate in partner meetings and trainings.
Summary Generated by Built In
Thank you for your interest in a career with Innovative Ag Services, an equal opportunity employer. As we expand our markets and develop new services, we are looking for talented individuals to be part of our fast-paced and dynamic team environment. Our business continues to grow with people from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities, coming together for a common goal: to make Innovative Ag Services our customer’s preferred business partner.

Our corporate office is located in Monticello, Iowa with 30 additional locations scattered throughout Iowa and southwest Wisconsin. We employ 250 fulltime people in Operations, Transportation, Sales, Grain Merchandising, Management, Customer Service, Accounting, IT, Human Resources and Communications. We also hire an additional 120 seasonal employees and interns throughout the year.

As a progressive leader in the agricultural industry, we offer challenging careers in a variety of areas. From accountants to agronomists, our employees enjoy competitive salaries, an exceptional benefits package and a safety-focused work environment.

All applications are reviewed by Human Resources. If and when your background and availability match the requirements for the position for which you have applied, you may be contacted for an interview.

*You must have a valid email address to apply. If you currently do not have an email address.

Innovative Ag Services is an Equal Opportunity employer and is proud to have a drug-free environment. All employment offers are contingent upon applicant successfully completing drug and background screenings.
Primary Objective:  To gain “hands on” experience in the conservation and sustainability sector of the agronomy business while providing quality technical service for the best of IAS and its member owners.
 
Responsibilities:
  • Assist growers enrolling in private and publicly funded financial assistance programs for their conservation efforts
  • Collaborate with growers to collect and report quality operational data for carbon and other financial assistance programs.
  • Aid in the delivery of training around soil health, cover crops, and other conservation agronomy topics to both IAS Agronomy Sales Advisors and growers.
  • Lead a field trial that demonstrates successful conservation practice implementation by reviewing resulting data and developing stewardship insights to incorporate into case studies for future grower educational opportunities.
  • Participate in various partner meetings, trainings, and other events.
Preferred Majors: Agronomy, Soil Science, Natural Resources Management, Agriculture Systems Technology – Biological Systems Management, or other related field.  
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
  • Display a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments efficiently.
  • Ability to communicate information or ideas effectively in written or oral form.
  • Ability to organize, effectively manage change, and work on multiple tasks concurrently.
  • Analytical skills with the ability to understand and process data and participate in the development of recommendations and action plans.
Physical Requirements/Environmental Adaptability:
  • Agricultural Environment – Possible exposure to seasonal weather, outdoor conditions, and agricultural products.
Personal Protective Equipment may be required for some tasks.

Innovative Ag Services is built on its purpose statement: Growing Relationships to Maximize Success! We provide value-added products and services to over 5,000 members in the grain, agronomy, feed, energy and markets. Our 30 locations are conveniently located throughout northeast & central Iowa and southwest Wisconsin. Grow with us!

Innovative Ag Services is an Equal Opportunity employer and is proud to have a drug-free environment. All employment offers are contingent upon applicant successfully completing drug and background screenings.

Skills Required

  • Valid email address to apply
  • Ability to pass drug and background screenings
  • Preferred majors: Agronomy, Soil Science, Natural Resources Management, Agriculture Systems Technology, Biological Systems Management, or related field
  • High level of initiative, effort, and commitment to complete assignments
  • Effective written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to organize, manage change, and handle multiple tasks concurrently
  • Analytical skills to understand and process data and help develop recommendations
  • Ability to work in agricultural outdoor environments and use personal protective equipment as needed
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The Company
HQ: Monticello, IA
99 Employees
Year Founded: 2005

What We Do

Innovative Ag Services Co. is a full service farm cooperative offering a complete line of supplies and services to meet all of your farm needs. We provide value-added products and services to over 5,000 members in the grain, agronomy, feed, energy and building supply markets. To better serve you, our 33 locations are conveniently located throughout northeast and central Iowa and southwest Wisconsin. Innovative Ag Services was incorporated in 2005 to ensure that our customers had access to the best products and services available. Since our founding, we have grown in size and territory through multiple mergers and acquisitions and have achieved over $1 billion in annual sales. Our more than 325 dedicated employees play an important role in this growth and success.

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