Precision Ag Intern

Agtegra Cooperative is seeking a Precision Ag intern in Huron, SD for the summer of 2027.

Agtegra Cooperative is a local agricultural cooperative headquartered in Aberdeen, SD. It is owned by over 7,000 farmers and ranchers, predominantly in North and South Dakota, with a network of over 70 locations and 850 employees. For more information, please visit www.agtegra.com. 

Gain hands-on experience while working side by side with industry experts through our Agtegra First internship program. With opportunities available across our business, an internship with us enables you to utilize your knowledge in real-world situations. 

Why the Agtegra First Internship Program?

• Competitive pay
• Scholarship upon completion of the internship
• Flexible internship start and end dates
• Personal and professional growth opportunities
• Connect with Agtegra Leadership Team
• Variety of networking events

POSITION SUMMARY

The Precision Ag intern aids in the day-to-day operations of the Innovation Center precision ag department and innovation center parts department through sales, service, installation of hardware and parts, maintain inventory, training and assisting external as well as internal customers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Assist in the installation and troubleshooting of precision equipment.
• Service precision equipment as needed, at the location or by traveling to the site.
• Learn and utilize the variety of ag tech tools that are offered to customers.
• Work with and assist in the maintenance of precision plots in Agtegra's regions.
• Adheres to all safety regulations, requirements, policies and procedures, including OSHA regulations, the vehicle policy and fleet safety program, and DOT regulations. 
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Enrollment towards relevant agriculture degree. Enrollment in a precision ag program is preferred.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. 
• Must be 18 years or older.
• English proficiency. 
• Valid Driver's License.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.  

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.  

Agtegra Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer.