Intern, Agriculture (Summer Housing Provided)
Department: Bulk Operations
Employment Type: Internship
Location: Gering, NE
Reporting To: Courtney Schuler
Description
**Summer housing is provided**
There’s a reason Trinidad Benham is recognized as a leader in our industry. Trinidad Benham Corp has been in business for over 100 years, and we know a thing or two about providing stable employment and growth.
High school seniors and out of state college students interested in or studying agriculture are welcome to apply!
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
An Agriculture Intern will gain experience and learn essential agricultural skills by interacting with the company’s agricultural producers and field personnel in the areas of crop planting and management, evaluation of plant growth and development, and conducting research trials and other related projects.
Day to day responsibilities:
- Participate in field scouting to evaluate bean fields for growth & development, pest problems, irrigation management and overall plant health
- Assist with research plots evaluating different varieties or other factors.
- Collaborate with seed providers and bean growers during the growing season
- Develop handouts, social media content and other materials for our team and/or bean growers
- Performs other duties as assigned by management.
Our Ag interns are expected to be on-site daily, typically 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM. Some weekends may be required based on the business needs. Travel can be expected as well to other facilities and for meetings.
WHAT WE NEED
EDUCATION AND FORMAL TRAINING:
- High school diploma, or equivalent required
- Must be perusing or actively enrolled in a four-year accredited school, with a major in Agricultural Business, Soil and Crop Science, Seed Breeding, Operations Management, Food Science or related fields preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:
- Knowledge Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel
- Willingness to live in the area of the designated Trinidad Benham plant during the internship.
- Desire to work in a manufacturing and agricultural environment.
- Must have a clean motor vehicle record and valid driver’s license.
- Successful candidates will have demonstrated leadership, persuasive and analytical skills, and a strong work ethic.
EXTRAS
- Employee-owned
- Advancement opportunities
- Weekly pay
- Housing provided
- Access to Insurance coverage if needed includes: medical, dental, vision and life insurance and flexible spending accounts
