At PBI-Gordon Companies, and our subsidiaries PBI-Gordon Corporation, Pegasus Laboratories, and PetAg, Inc, our priority is people, pets, and the places they go. As employee owners, we support each other in building our careers as well as our companies. Our foundation is rooted in integrity, innovation, partnership, and pride. Come grow with us!
Reports to ERP Program Manager
Position Summary
As an IT Intern specializing in Application Development, you will be an integral part of our dynamic IT team, contributing to the experimentation, development, and implementation of application development-driven solutions and initiatives. This internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in cutting-edge technologies, work closely with experienced professionals, and contribute to real-world projects.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Application Development
- Assist with automating business processes using application development tools.
- Assist with soliciting and capturing business and technical requirements.
- Assist with designing solutions to automate business processes.
- Assist with test case development and execution – functional, integration and user acceptance testing activities.
- Assist with the development and execution of application training.
- Documentation
- Document processes, methodologies, and solutions for sharing knowledge within the team.
- Prepare reports and presentations summarizing findings and recommendations.
Required Qualifications
- High school students enrolled in a business or technology professional studies program. College student who is currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field.
- Basic understanding of application development concepts and tools, such as SQL, Power Platform (i.e. Power Apps, Power Automate, etc), or similar.
- Familiarity with Application Development Methodology components is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative.
Work Environment & Culture
PBI-Gordon Companies offers a collaborative, employee-owned environment where accountability, partnership, and continuous improvement are valued. Team members are encouraged to contribute ideas, develop professionally, and grow their careers alongside the business.
Equal Opportunity Employer
PBI-Gordon Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Ready to Apply?
If you're passionate about designing and testing application solutions, capturing business and technical requirements, and working independently with strong problem-solving skills, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to join an employee-owned organization that empowers interns to collaborate with experienced professionals on impactful IT initiatives.
PBI-Gordon Companies and its subsidiaries are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible, full-time employees who work 30 hours per week or more. Full-time employees will become eligible to participate in benefits on the first of the month following their start date, unless stated otherwise below. (Note: Interns do not qualify for eligibility.)
Medical Insurance
We are committed to helping you and your dependents maintain health and wellness by offering voluntary, competitive medical insurance and prescription drug plan options.
Dental Insurance
Choose from two voluntary dental plans that are designed to help protect you and your dependents’ oral health.
Vision Insurance
Our voluntary vision insurance plan is designed to help protect you and your dependents eye health. Coverage is available for eye exams, frames, lenses, and contact lenses. Employee owners are responsible for 100% of the cost of this plan.
Life Insurance with Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
We offer a company-paid $50,000 life insurance policy with AD&D. You also have the opportunity to purchase additional life and AD&D insurance for yourself, your spouse and/or your dependent children. The cost for this coverage is based on the amount you elect and your age.
Short- and Long-term Disability
Our company-paid short-term and long-term disability plans to provide income replacement in the event you are not able to work due to illness or injury. Short-term disability will provide 70% income replacement up to $1,350 per week and long-term disability will provide 60% income replacement up to $5,000 per month.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
EAP Services are company paid to benefit all employee-owners and their families. EAP provides up to six free counseling sessions to help you and your family members manage life stressors, solve personal or relationship concerns, and achieve your goals.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Flexible Spending Plans offer employee-owners the option to set aside pre-tax monies into a medical reimbursement or dependent care account to help pay for out-of-pocket medical, dental or vision expenses or day care costs. The maximum contributions are determined by the IRS and adjusted annually. This is a use-it-or-lose-it account, meaning any funds remaining in the account following the close of the plan year will be forfeited.
Pet Insurance
We love our pets! Pet insurance options for your furry friends is offered through the ASPCA. Employee-owners can enroll and pay premiums directly to ASPCA.
Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off (PTO)
Everyone needs time off to rest and recharge! Paid time off includes Regular PTO, Personal PTO, and specified paid company holidays. *The amount of paid time off (PTO) depends upon the employee's position and years of service.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
We act like we own the company because we do! An ESOP provides employees with an ownership stake in the company. It’s an additional form of compensation directly tied to PBI-Gordon Companies financial success. All regular employees are eligible to participate in the ESOP the first of the month following 30 days of service. PBI-Gordon Companies contributes approximately 18% of total compensation annually with a six-year vesting schedule. Our ESOP is more than a benefit, it is a key part of a culture, and it can provide significant rewards in retirement!
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Saving for retirement is one of the most important financial decisions you can make. We offer a 401(k)-retirement savings plan to assist employees with this important financial goal. New employee owners are eligible to participate the first of the month following 30 days of employment. We provide a company match of 100% up to 3% deferral with a three-year vesting schedule.
Fitness Reimbursement
We believe regular exercise helps improve overall health and job performance. PBI-Gordon will reimburse up to a maximum of $300 annually for gym/fitness memberships.
William Everett & Mary Ellen Mealman Scholarship Fund
Children or grandchildren of employee-owners may apply for a scholarship under the William Everett & Mary Ellen Mealman scholarship fund. Applicants are awarded based on financial need, academic achievement, and involvement in extracurricular/community activities.
Tuition Reimbursement
After one full year of employment, employee-owners are eligible for tuition reimbursement for bachelor’s level coursework related to their current job or any future job offered at PBI-Gordon Companies.
Parental Leave
Company paid parental leave is offered to employee-owners following the birth of a child or the placement of a child with an employee in connection with adoption, foster care, or surrogacy. This policy will run concurrently with Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave, as applicable.
If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
Please see our CCPA disclosure for more information.
Employment is contingent upon and may not begin until the successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screen. PBI-Gordon and its subsidiaries participate in E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit the E-Verify Website.
Skills Required
- Enrollment in a relevant educational program (high school business/technology program or college degree pursuing Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or related field)
- Basic understanding of application development concepts and tools (e.g., SQL, Power Platform, Power Apps, Power Automate)
- Familiarity with Application Development Methodology components
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- Successful completion of pre-employment background check and drug screen
What We Do
The heart of the PBI-Gordon approach to doing business is relatively simple: deliver quality products with unwavering integrity. Serving the turf and ornamental and animal health industries, we are committed to providing products that offer the performance and innovation our customers need, and to delivering those products with the personal service our customers deserve. Our commitment to quality and integrity began with our founders in 1947, and is embraced today by our employee-owners. And it has helped PBI-Gordon earn our leadership position in the industries we serve







