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GROWMARK, Inc. Exploring Agriculture Precision Technology Intern - GRAINCO FS - Newark, IL in Newark, Illinois

*PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT * Serves as the Precision Technology intern under the direction of the Sales/Marketing Manager, assists with general Agronomy and Precision Technology functions. _ *ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS *_ * Assist with the usage and implementation of Advanced Information Systems like CLIMATE, MiField, mavrx, Precision Planting, and additional GROWMARK Agronomy applications. * Serve as a support resource for all Agronomy’s precision farming products. * Hands on experience in agronomy field. * Assist with facility and equipment maintenance and repair. * Operate crop monitoring equipment and technology for scouting. * Assist in the application of crop nutrition and crop protection products as needed. * Visit FS locations and customers building professional relationships. _ *OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS *_ * Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate 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. * Demonstrates ability to work independently. * Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development. * Frequently required to life 51-70 pounds as needed * Potentially exposed and required to work in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, wet, etc.) as well as working at various heights or elevated platforms * Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and have the ability to travel independently and overnight as needed * 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 _ *WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING *_ If you enjoy being outside and are interested in gaining hands-on Precision Technology experience, then we can’t wait to talk to you! We are looking for a Precision Technology Intern that is eager to go above and beyond helping our customers. A few key areas of emphasis include: * Assist with the usage and implementation of Advanced Information Systems, CLIMATE, MiField, mavrx, Precision Planting, and Scout Pro. * Serve as a support resource for all Agronomy’s precision farming products. * Assist with facility and equipment maintenance and repair. * Visit FS locations and customers building professional relationships. _ *WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE *_ * You are pursuing a Bachelor's Degree at a 4-year university * You are currently in your junior year * You are in good academic status _ *WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE *_ * We value relationships and people first and foremost * We are a company that is committed to being an innovation leader in the agriculture industry * We emphasize sustainability practices and stewardship of our resources * We enjoy access to in-house training and leadership development opportunities _ *WHAT YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT US *_ The GROWMARK Exploring Agriculture Internship Program is in its 12th year. The program has given students the opportunity to explore career paths and develop professionally; many of which still call the GROWMARK System “home” today!

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