Our agronomy interns develop and demonstrate agronomic skills regarding weed, insect, and disease identification. They also gain experience in making crop nutrient and protection recommendations through soil and tissue sampling. Throughout the summer, they maintain field plots by raising signs, recording data, and coordinating plot events. And of course, interns work closely with an assigned Agronomy Account Manager to learn the ins and outs of sales calls, long-term relationship building with customers, and generating sales of seed, fertilizer, ag chemicals, and agronomy services.

Under the guidance of our grain merchandising team and assigned mentor, our grain merchandising interns learn about NGFA Trade Rules, freight, and calculating bids. They gain experience with bid differences between competition and Ag Partners locations as well as the different contracting options available for producers. Interns study market movers and news and develop an understanding and knowledge of grain origination and marketing. Throughout the summer, interns also learn all about the grain business through hands-on customer interactions and assisting with grain accounting practices.

Interns work with our Director of Change Management to help grow and expand Ag Partners' sustainability platform, Globally Responsible Production. They segment data for new market strategies, research and write grant programs, and provide insight and new ideas for the development of special projects. Throughout the summer, they also assist with the implementation of multiple projects in varying stages.

Marketing & Communications interns create and publish media across digital, print and broadcast mediums throughout their internship. They research and develop new ideas for social media templates, website updates, and newsletter design, then coordinate with department managers and fellow interns to generate content to bring their ideas to life. Working alongside the Marketing & Communications department, interns assist with special events, including planning and execution.

Interns inspect and evaluate location workplace environments, equipment and practices, and also learn grain handling standards and requirements. They participate in accident investigations to identify causes and corrective actions and develop and/or update safety training programs for various business units. Throughout their internship, they provide recommendations and feedback to improve overall company safety knowledge and procedures.

Electrician interns install, service and repair specialized electrical equipment and machinery (lighting fixtures, electrical lines and panels, outlets, wiring, conductors, terminators, cable), as well as assist with designing incoming electrical services, motor control centers, and other new projects. With the guidance of our licensed Electrician on staff, interns perform emergency maintenance on equipment, take apart control boxes for re-use, and also organize and track inventory of equipment and parts.

Interns travel to locations to count and spot-check inventory and work on updating current inventory processes with new technology. They work with employees at various locations to assist in streamlining invoicing and transfer processes and also learn how to analyze and reconcile Ag Partners' inventory position. Throughout the summer, interns also build and run inventory reports for financial reporting.

Accounting interns gain hands-on experience within Ag Partners' accounting and inventory processes, utilizing our billing system to ensure accurate invoicing while brainstorming opportunities for efficiencies. They learn how our teams work together to guarantee correct billing and how we use the information within systems to make decisions. With direction from an assigned mentor, interns prepare accounting reports and assist with balancing departmental budgets.

Interns in the Digital Ag Department utilize agronomy technology tools to keep data up-to-date and readily available. They work alongside the AgCESS team, utilizing drones for scouting and field application purposes. Throughout the summer, they assist with research plots and provide agronomic services in the field using scouting apps and software, including stand-counts and weed identification, nutrient deficiencies and diseases.

Human Resource interns at Ag Partners learn about company policies regarding its workforce as well as the different types of employee benefits. They participate in and assist with interviews, coordinating new hire orientations and onboarding employees. Throughout their internship, they work closely with the HR Director and Marketing Department to organize company events, activities, and programs.