What are the responsibilities and job description for the Agronomy Intern position at SYNERGY COMMUNITY COOPERATIVE?
Join the Synergy Team!
Where Hard Work Meets Hometown Fun
What It Means to Be a Synergy Intern:
At Synergy, our Interns enjoy a casual, fun environment working among great people in a family-oriented, locally owned culture. As a Synergy Intern you can expect to learn and grow your professional skills while applying your classroom knowledge to hands-on application!
What You'll Be Doing
Your learning opportunity will consist of identifying weeds, diseases and insects affecting crop growth and development. You will gain experience in testing soil and plant nutrients while analyzing reports used to make crop input recommendations side-by-side with an experienced Sales Agronomist. Miscellaneous operations work and unique project assignments provide our interns a well-rounded experience!
We have a lot to offer you including:
- A great learning opportunity
- Potential to return year after year and full-time potential
- Great people and a fun culture
- Relaxed work environment, and more!!
Skills That Will Help You Thrive in This Role
- Learning new things including chemicals, insecticides, fertilizers and seeds
- Excellent interpersonal and team building skills with a positive attitude
- Being reliable and on time with independent time management
- Strong attention to detail
- Doing what it takes to get the job done
- Performing at a quick pace while having fun
- Being a trusted co-worker who always thinks of safety and security
- Schedule flexibility included extended hours to accommodate seasonal peaks
What We Need from You
- Candidate pursuing a degree in an agriculture related major or program
- Agriculture background with an emphasis on agriculture production knowledge
- Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record
Bonus Points if You Have
- CDL license
Why You’ll Love Working for a Co-Op!
When you work for a cooperative, you are part of something bigger than just a business – you’re a part of a community. Synergy is locally owned and operated, which means every dollar and every decision helps strengthen the towns we call home. We believe in fun, honesty, safety, community, and investing in our people.
Here, you’re not just an employee – you are part of the Synergy community and the cooperative tradition that helps our rural communities thrive.
18 years minimum:
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for this position. Synergy Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.