Agricultural Operations Internship

Internship Overview

As an Agricultural Operations Intern at Summit Agricultural Group, you will be exposed to multiple aspects of our large-scale farming and cattle operation. The position is responsible for working in all areas of the operation and will be based at our Alden, Iowa headquarters.

Responsibilities

• Learn how a large-scale row crop and cattle operation is managed.
• Work with the cattle animal health team to gain on-the-job experience within our cattle feedlot and confinement barns.
• Become familiar with feed rations and general animal care for cattle.
• Work with the row crop team to understand and gain exposure to tillage, planting, spraying, side dressing, and irrigation.
• Become familiar with different grain storage and drying operations.
• Operate, repair and maintain agricultural equipment.
• Regular interaction with the entire operational team including the cattle, row crop, maintenance and leadership teams.
• Deliver a final presentation to Summit's management team.

Requirements

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly entrepreneurial environment.
• High level of interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Motivated self-starter with ability to work independently.

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