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
Serves as the
GROWMARK
Exploring Agriculture Agronomy Operations Intern at [Company Name] 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.
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 internship begins, with preferred candidates going into their first or second year of college at the time of the internship. Prefer the ability to obtain a CDL and commercials applicator's license with required endorsements, a satisfactory driving record, and valid medical card. Demonstrates ability to work independently and in a team environment. Demonstrates essential abilities including communication, customer focus, decision making, and skill development. Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record, along with willingness to travel, including occasional overnight travel. Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and work in varying weather conditions, as well as working at various heights or elevated platforms. Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK's policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Participates in all Exploring Agriculture Internship Program activities. Ability to work a minimum of 9-10 weeks over the Spring or Summer season. Attends one required
GROWMARK
internship event: May 17-18, 2027: Orientation Meeting (Bloomington, IL) Submits weekly activity reports. Focuses on an operational project to improve efficiencies for the business.
WHY JOIN US?
Gain hands-on experience in agronomy operations while exploring career opportunities within the FS and
GROWMARK
System. You'll work alongside experienced professionals, build industry connections, develop practical skills, and complete meaningful projects that prepare you for a future career in agriculture. We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans. Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.
