Sales/Agronomy Internship - SD, ND, MN, WI or MI

  • Intern

Company Description

In 1990, Glen and Janet Davis started a seed company in De Smet, South Dakota. They wanted to provide local farmers with better products, better consistency, more customer service -- and ultimately more profit per acre! They also understood from the beginning, the only way for them to be successful was for their customers to be successful.

Today, Legend Seeds is an employee-owned independent regional seed leader, with a laser focus on providing the best products, services, and personalized support to ensure more profit potential.

Job Description

Objective:  The Legend Seeds Sales Internship is designed to provide comprehensive experience in the seed industry. The intern will be a part of the Legend sales and agronomy teams during the busy months of summer and learn how to implement knowledge gained in the classroom and apply it in real-world applications. The intern will support sales staff with dealer and grower direct account management to HOLD, GROW and ACQUIRE sales.  Assist agronomist with plot management and represent Legend’s culture as he/she promotes Legend’s brand as Your Regional Seed Leader.  Interns will have the opportunity to participate in plot management, sales calls, farm shows, dealer meetings, plot days, prospecting, and other exciting staff events. 

Location: Positions available in SD, ND, MN, WI, MI

Types of activities:
•    Support Legend Account Managers in all sales related areas.
•    Support Legend Agronomists by helping plant and maintain marketing of plots.
•    Provide customer service as necessary to potential, new, and existing customers.
•    Support all functions and areas of the warehouse including production, distribution,  returns, and inventory.
•    Ensure that company assets are well-cared for and properly maintained.
•    Follow all safety procedures.
•    Gain competent knowledge of Legends pillars, products, and procedures.
•    Assist in other departments and help with special projects as deemed necessary.
•    Learn sales, marketing, and agronomic aspects of the seed industry. 
•    Complete a written summary or PowerPoint presentation of work experience at the end of the internship.
•    The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation.
 

Qualifications

Skills and Qualifications:
•    Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in agriculture or related degree program required.
•    Highly motivated self-starter with strong work ethic.
•    Willingness and ability to listen and learn
•    Must have strong written and verbal communication skills, with the capacity to pay close attention to details and think analytically.
•    Must have basic math skills and be proficient in Microsoft Office programs.
•    Must possess a high degree of initiative and resourcefulness to work independently.
•    Must have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
•    Ability to lift and/or carry 50 lbs., walk on uneven ground and be willing to work outside in changing weather conditions.
•    Adept with technology, particularly soil mapping, field scouting and customer relationship tools.
•    This is a non-exempt position and does not include any benefits.
 

Additional Information

Internship Date:  May start as early as March to late-August; exact dates flexible due to school schedule and availability

Travel: Legend Seeds operates in a seven-state region, including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Wisconsin, and Michigan. Internship will require some overnight travel to support events.

Work Schedule: Typically, 40 hours/week Monday-Friday. Some variation as needed due to travel. 

Other:  Company vehicle, laptop and company credit card for Legend business use will be provided