Ag Operations Intern - Various US Locations

About the role

Gain meaningful, hands-on experience during a rewarding 12-week internship at one of ADM’s North American locations. You’ll collaborate with colleagues across the business, develop practical skills and contribute to projects that support real business needs.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned projects for Summer 2027, with assistance from facility superintendent and other elevator colleagues.
• Understand daily grain receiving, handling, storage, and shipping activities.
• Understand grain inbound and outbound processes: weigh inbound and outbound trucks and record grain grades/quantities.
• Understand collection, testing, and documentation of grain samples for quality, moisture, and foreign material.
• Support the operation and routine maintenance of grain handling equipment (conveyors, dryers, elevators, scales).
• Learn to monitor grain storage conditions (temperature, aeration, pest control) to maintain quality.
• Understand how to manage grain inventory levels and prepare accurate records/reports.
• Learn and support compliance with OSHA, FDA, and other ADM safety standards.
• Participate in facility housekeeping to maintain safe and efficient working conditions.
• Shadow elevator and commercial colleagues to gain exposure to people management, logistics, merchandising, and facility operations.
• Support seasonal peak activities (e.g., harvest, loading rail cars, barge loading).
• Aid in identifying process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Participate in and/or lead safety meetings, training sessions, and ops briefings.
• Complete additional duties based on the needs of the assigned location.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a four-year degree with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and summer 2029.
• Minimum overall GPA of 2.8.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the assigned work location.
• Willingness to relocate to an ADM location in North America.
• Must be available for a 12-week internship from mid-May through early August 2027.
• Successful completion of a background check is required.
• ADM is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position.

Qualifications

• Education: Currently pursuing a four-year degree with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and summer 2029.
• Academic performance: Minimum overall GPA of 2.8.
• Transportation: Must have reliable transportation to and from the assigned work location.
• Geographic flexibility: Willingness to relocate to an ADM location in North America.
• Availability: Must be available for a 12-week internship from mid-May through early August 2027.
• Background check: Successful completion of a background check is required.
• Work authorization: ADM is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position.

Skills

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Understanding of basic engineering principles and equipment operation.

Benefits

• Competitive pay for this full-time, 40-hour-per-week internship.
• Depending on your assigned location and distance from home, fully furnished housing and transportation assistance may also be provided to help support your transition.

Pay

The pay range for this position is expected to be between: $23 - $25 hourly.

Schedule

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week internship from mid-May through early August 2027.

Benefits

• Professional Development and Internship Benefits

Professional Development and Internship Benefits

• Expand your skills through LinkedIn Learning courses, language training and mentoring programs.
• Participate in Employee Resource Groups that promote connection, support and professional growth.
• Access ADM’s Employee Assistance Program for resources supporting personal and professional well-being.
• Attend professional development sessions focused on career readiness, networking, personal branding and building a professional digital presence.
• Connect with ADM leaders, colleagues and fellow interns across the organization.
• Be considered for a future internship or full-time opportunity based on performance and business needs.

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over.