Conservation & Grounds Internship

Internship Overview

As a Conservation and Grounds Intern at Summit Agricultural Group, you will gain knowledge and work experience in a large-scale farming operation, with specific responsibilities pertaining to land and conservation management. The position will be based at our Alden, Iowa headquarters.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining grassland, food plots, ponds, and timber areas through prescribed burning, planting, mowing, spraying, and tree shearing — including dripline irrigation maintenance and care for newly planted trees, and safe/effective herbicide use.
• Gain experience prepping seed beds, seeding bluegrass, and maintaining lawns.
• Operate company-owned equipment and perform general repair and maintenance as needed.
• Develop skills in creating and maintaining Excel workbooks to track data and organize projects.
• Interact effectively with the Summit team across all stages and activities of the internship.
• Gain exposure to the day-to-day operations of Summit's broader farming business, including pork, beef, and crop production.
• Deliver a final presentation to Summit's management team.

Requirements

• Proficient using the latest versions of email and web searches.
• Excellent communication skills, including writing and proof-reading skills.
• Strong customer service ethic and high expectations for quality.

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