Farm Management Internship

Internship Overview

As a Farm Management Intern at Summit Agricultural Group, you will be exposed to multiple aspects of farm management, specifically enhancing property value and returns through added improvements, implementing new technologies to help improve productivity and profitability of farm and provide first class customer service to internal and external clients. The position is responsible for managing projects and completing tasks in an accurate and timely manner. The position will be based at our Alden, Iowa headquarters.

Responsibilities 

• Assist with planning and coordinating land improvements projects including drainage tiles, demolition, waterway construction, etc. to add value and profitability to the land.
• Take a leadership role in special projects related to farm analysis and valuation.
• Support management team with growing season reports and updates to clients.
• Assist in managing yield maps, soil tests, and other farm data reports.
• Monitor and maintain records for conservation program compliance.
• Review lease terms and gain exposure to the negotiations of new lease terms to meet client goals and objectives.
• Assist clients with tax assessments, process for paying property taxes, reviewing and maintaining insurance on farm assets.
• Compile and organize crop input information
• Recommend lease alternatives based on enterprise budget analysis.
• Deliver a final presentation to Summit's management team.

Requirements 

• Sophomore or above studying agricultural business, agricultural studies, or a related degree.
• 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.
• Proficient in Excel, Work, and PowerPoint