Field Operations Intern

Remington Seeds

Des Moines, IA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Agriculture, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Data Collection, Detail Oriented, Develop and Maintain Customers, Maintain Compliance, Organizational Skills, Quality Control, Quality Metrics, Sustainability, Team Player
LOCATION
Des Moines, IA
POSTED
1 day ago
Internship Opportunity

Internship may be at a corn or soybean facility depending on geographic area. The program is designed to provide interns with a foundational understanding of seed production practices while immersing them in the Remington Seeds culture.

Key Objectives & Learning Activities

Interns will gain hands-on experience through a variety of field and facility activities, which may include:

Corn Production Activities
  • Learning seed planting procedures
  • Conducting stand counts
  • Field scouting for crop health and performance
  • Supporting rouging and detasseling inspections
  • Collecting pollination data
  • Ensuring compliance with Worker Protection Standards (WPS)
Soybean Production Activities
  • Field identification and plant tagging
  • Performing flowering inspections
  • Inspecting and tagging bins
  • Supporting routine plant maintenance
  • Assisting with quality control measures
Requirements

Candidate Qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled in a university degree program (agriculture-related preferred) or possess relevant agricultural experience
  • Reliable transportation to and from work sites, including field locations
  • Energetic, hands-on, and eager to learn
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy
  • Team-oriented, cooperative, and willing to assist others
About Remington Seeds

Founded in 1984, Remington Seeds is a leader in seed production and one of the world's largest third-party producers of corn, soybeans, wheat, sorghum, and sunflowers. With over 30 state-of-the-art facilities, including locations in California, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, and Texas, and trusted grower partnerships across the U.S. and abroad, we provide complete seed services backed by innovation, strict quality standards, and a customer-first approach.

Our Culture

At Remington Seeds, our culture is at the heart of everything we do. We believe that culture is our strategy, and we are proud to foster an environment built on respect, treating employees like family, and maintaining a customer-first mindset. Guided by our core business principles of Safety, Respect, Sustainability, Customer Service, and Efficiency—we strive to create a workplace where employees can thrive, grow, and feel valued every day.

Remington Seeds is an equal opportunity employer.

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