Analytical Development Lab Intern

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

Summary

Through an internship with CHS, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that support agriculture, strengthen communities, and help advance a global business. Our paid internship program offers an opportunity to build practical skills, grow your leadership capabilities, and see how your ideas can make an impact. You'll work alongside experienced professionals and connect with mentors, industry experts and senior leaders, while gaining career insights, building relationships and exploring how CHS businesses work together to empower agriculture.

CHS is hiring a Analytical Development Lab Intern in Randolph, MN for Fall 2026!  This intern will work directly with our product development chemist in the development of new formulations, testing product efficacy, and analyzing lab results to support the creation of innovative and high-quality products.

Responsibilities

• Follow all laboratory and greenhouse safety protocols, ensuring a safe environment for yourself and others.
• Assist with experiments and research under the supervision of lab staff.
• Prepare lab materials, including equipment setup and sample preparation.
• Maintain accurate records of procedures, data, and results.
• Monitor and maintain lab equipment, performing routine checks.
• Support data analysis and interpretation using appropriate tools.
• Help maintain a clean and organized lab, including proper waste disposal.
• Assist with inventory management, including tracking and ordering supplies.
• Contribute to reports or summaries of experimental findings.
• Safely work independently and handle agricultural materials appropriately.
• Sterilize equipment and store materials securely.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• Currently enrolled in Agronomy, Animal Science, Horticulture, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Environmental Science, Physics, Physical Science, or related field degree program.

Additional Qualifications

• Desire to learn, adjust and find solutions to problems.

• Self-motivated and able to work independently and in a team.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to utilize office tools (phone, fax, computer) Microsoft Office products.

• Strong computer skills needed.

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.

If eligibility requirements are met, you may participate in 401(k).

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.

Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to chscareers@chsinc.com; to verify that the communication is from CHS.