Summer 2027 Internship

Summer Internship – AgCarolina Territory 

Are you ready to kickstart your career in Agriculture Lending? Join AgCarolina Farm Credit as a Summer Intern in 2027 and gain hands-on experience in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. This paid, full-time internship offers the opportunity to travel throughout our territory and work closely with agricultural lending professionals, contributing to meaningful projects that support agriculture and rural communities.

Check out our latest video here to learn more about what a day in the life as an AgCarolina Summer Intern looks like!

What You’ll Do:

As an Agriculture Lending Intern, you’ll gain practical experience in:

• Agricultural Lending: Shadowing loan officers and learning the fundamentals of credit and finance in agriculture
• Project Management: Assisting with Association-wide initiatives that support lending operations and member services
• Operational Insight: Exploring how different departments—from credit to compliance—work together to drive success

What We Value:

At AgCarolina, we believe in:

• Customer Focus – Building strong relationships through responsiveness and professionalism
• Collaboration – Partnering across departments to deliver exceptional service
• Excellence – Demonstrating precision, organization, and confidentiality
• Growth – Encouraging development and meaningful contributions

What We’re Looking For:

We’re seeking a motivated and passionate individual who:

• Is a rising junior or senior pursuing a degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Finance, or a related field
• Can work full-time during Summer 2027 and travel throughout AgCarolina’s territory (mileage is reimbursed)
• Is proficient in Microsoft Office applications and open to learning new technologies
• Possesses strong communication, organizational, and time management skills
• Works well independently and thrives in a team-oriented environment
• Demonstrates attention to detail, confidentiality, and adaptability
• Holds a valid driver’s license (mileage reimbursed for travel)
• Is excited to contribute to the future of agricultural finance

Why Join Us?

If you're looking for:

• Real-world experience in agricultural lending
• A supportive and collaborative team
• A chance to make a difference in agriculture and rural communities
• A workplace that values your growth and contributions

Applications will be accepted through October 31^st. Qualified applicants will be contacted for a phone screen towards the end of the application period. If selected to move forward, in-person interviews will be held, and final offers will be made by December 2026.

Interview Process:
Applications received within the first 2 weeks of posting date will receive priority consideration. 

1. Phone Screen with AgCarolina HR Representative 
2. In-person interview 

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans. AgCarolina is unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.

AgCarolina Farm Credit is the largest ag lending cooperative operating in North Carolina with a local presence throughout the territory. The Association has approximately $3.1 billion in gross loan volume, serving more than 6,000 members. 

Our purpose at AgCarolina Farm Credit (ACA) is to serve the agricultural industry and our rural communities, yielding a more prosperous future for all. We are committed to providing constructive credit and financial services to grow the success of our members, one local relationship at a time.  

We believe that an inclusive team of employees is the best way to serve our agricultural and agribusiness customers. AgCarolina refers to our diversity initiatives as inclusion initiatives. With inclusion, we seek to involve all employees, management team, and board in fostering an environment that encourages and acknowledges the positive contributions individuals from all backgrounds can make in the success of our organization. By embracing and leveraging our unique strengths we establish ourselves as a positive corporate citizen and an employer of choice.

We are committed to attracting and developing an outstanding team of employees and supporting each one to achieve his or her full potential. Our success at AgCarolina GROWS by:

•    Growing our people and association 
•    Relationships built on respect, trust, and integrity
•    Owning responsibility for our attitudes, actions, and job performance
•    Welcoming everyone and treating them fairly
•    Serving one another, members, and local communities

In addition to our Core Values, AgCarolina has established competencies for employees, leadership, and senior leadership positions. These competencies are designed to provide a clear picture of the daily actions one can take and develop over time to add value to the Association and enhance their professional growth. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans. AgCarolina is unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.