GROWMARK Agronomy Intern - Stephenson Service Co. - Lena, IL

About the role

Join Stephenson Service Company as a GROWMARK Agronomy Intern for the Summer of 2027 and gain real-world experience supporting agronomy operations and farmer-member customers. You'll develop knowledge in crop production, field scouting, precision agriculture, and customer service while participating in the GROWMARK Internship Program, which includes mentorship, professional development, networking, and a capstone project.

Responsibilities

• Support agronomy operations and assist agronomy professionals in serving farmer-member customers.
• Learn crop production practices, crop protection products, plant nutrition, and agronomic recommendations.
• Conduct field scouting activities, monitor crop health, and collect field data.
• Assist with agronomy trials, plot work, field demonstrations, and research projects.
• Utilize precision agriculture tools and technology for scouting and data collection.
• Support product inventory, ordering, receiving, and operational activities.
• Participate in customer visits, grower events, and educational opportunities.
• Travel to FS locations to build relationships with employees, customers, and industry partners.
• Follow safety, stewardship, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Follow GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.
• Complete special projects and assist with additional operational activities, as needed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree or certification from a community college, technical college, or university and in good academic standing at the start of the internship, with preferred candidates going into their junior or senior year at the time of the internship (i.e., juniors going into their senior year qualify, but students graduating before the start of their internship do not).
• Interest in agronomy, crop production, and agriculture.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and work in varying weather conditions, as well as working at various heights or elevated platforms.
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record, along with willingness to travel, including occasional overnight travel.
• 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.

Benefits

• Opportunity to participate in the company 401(k) plan to support long-term financial well-being.

Pay

$19.00 per hour

Schedule

• Minimum of 12 weeks over the Summer, starting May 24, 2027, at the latest.
• Attend three required internship events:
• Orientation Meeting – May 24-25, 2027 (Bloomington, IL)
• Mid-Summer Meeting – June 28-30, 2027 (Location TBD)
• Conclusion Meeting – August 11-12, 2027 (Bloomington, IL)
• Actively participate in mentoring, networking, and professional development opportunities.
• Complete and present a summer internship project.