AddressDigital SmartFarm Intern - Umatilla, OR
Boise, ID, US, 83702
#job-location.job-location-inline {display: inline;}The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and agriculture-related businesses. We are a true farm-to-table company with operations that touch every aspect of agriculture, including seed production, farming and ranching, plant sciences, fertilizer manufacturing, food processing, commercial product development, and distribution.
Summary
This role will work in the Lower Columbia Basin area, under the direction of Senior Digital Sales Advisor who leads technical support and digital sales for the integration of the company’s digital platform. The intern will gain valuable experience in managing soil moisture, taking soil and tissue samples, working with growers & crop advisors, and assisting in other precision agricultural projects being worked on over the summer.
- Preferred candidates will live locally to the Lower Columbia Basin area
- 2 positions available
This Internship has the potential to have an immediate start on a part-time basis until school is out. At that time, this will be a full-time Internship.
Key Responsibilities
- Understanding the products and services provided by our digital team
- Communication and interaction with customers & crop advisors on water management, scouting, and other areas as needed
- As appropriate for the business: Installing moisture monitors, soil sampling, tissue sampling, scouting, GIS programs, and equipment maintenance
- Assisting experienced digital sales advisors/crop advisors/operations with crop activities which would include computer/app input of sampling, moisture monitoring data, and trials
- Participation in educational opportunities as identified and assigned by management
Typical Education
- Must be currently enrolled at a college/university majoring in an Agricultural Field
- Junior or Senior preferred
Relevant Experience
- Experience in the agricultural industry preferred
- Precision Ag experience a plus
- Experience in field scouting a plus
- Experience in permanent crops a plus
- Ability to operate 4-wheel drive and/or ATV vehicles off road or on farm roads
- Ability to lift 50lbs
- Basic computer knowledge and proficiency in MS Office programs
- Strong communication skills and proven ability to work with others and to accomplish objectives.
- Proven ability to be given tasks and the drive to accomplish the tasks without much supervision
- Strong organizational skills to track and catalog information
Required Certifications
Valid Driver's License
Other Information
- Preferred candidates will live locally to the Lower Columbia Basin area
- Junior or Senior preferred, but all years will be considered
- This position that will require travel using a company vehicle
- This position will require Ag hours which will include early mornings, long days and a potential for an occasional Saturday
- Duration: Full-time May - August 2024 with the potential to run through Fall
- There is the potential for this Internship to begin on a part-time basis immediately until school ends, then full-time for the summer
- 2 POSITIONS AVAILABLE
Job Requisition ID: 17300
Travel Required: Up to 50%
Location(s): Remote - USA
Country: United States
Wage range or rate of pay: $17.00 - $20.00/HR
The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.
Attractive total rewards package that includes:
- Medical, dental, vision coverage
- 401(k) savings plan
- 10 Paid Holidays (where applicable)
- Paid Time Off (where applicable)
- Relocation Assistance Program (where applicable)
- Education Assistance (where applicable)
- Benefits details available at simplotbenefits.com
**The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.**
Nearest Major Market: Boise
Nearest Secondary Market: Meridian
