About the role
Summer 2027 Agronomy Advisor Internship
About Frontier Cooperative
Frontier Cooperative is a leading agricultural cooperative serving Nebraska producers through innovative grain, agronomy, feed, and energy solutions. Built on a foundation of integrity, quality, and customer-focused service, Frontier is committed to helping growers succeed while being responsible stewards of the communities we serve.
As a Frontier Agronomy Advisor Intern, you will gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of the agronomy business while working alongside experienced Ag Advisors and industry professionals. This internship is designed to provide practical field experience, exposure to cutting-edge agricultural technology, and valuable customer-facing opportunities that will prepare you for a successful career in agriculture.
What You'll Do
As an Agronomy Advisor Intern, you will support Frontier's Agronomy team through a variety of field, operational, and customer service activities. Responsibilities may include:
- Collaborating with local Frontier Ag Advisors on agronomic projects and sales initiatives.
- Assisting with the preparation and delivery of fertilizer, crop protection products, and seed to customers.
- Learning seed treatment processes, product handling procedures, and seed facility operations.
- Conducting crop scouting activities, including weed, insect, and disease identification.
- Collecting tissue and soil samples and assisting with agronomic data collection.
- Gaining experience in field application processes and supporting aerial application operations during fungicide season.
- Building customer relationships by assisting with grower meetings, Answer Plot events, and field demonstrations.
- Supporting on-farm research trials and helping growers implement agronomic recommendations.
- Learning Frontier's proprietary Ultimate Acre System, a comprehensive farm management approach that integrates all Frontier business units to maximize grower success.
- Developing an understanding of cooperative operations and how Frontier's business units work together to serve customers.
Preferred Education & Interests
- Pursuing a degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Agricultural Business, Agricultural Systems Technology, or a related agricultural field.
- Strong interest in agronomy, crop production, and modern agricultural practices.
- Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Attention to detail and ability to accurately collect and document information.
- Willingness to learn about the cooperative system and Frontier's diverse business operations.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and a fast-paced work environment.
- Valid driver's license with the ability to travel throughout Frontier's service territory.
- Ability and willingness to work both in office and outdoor agricultural environments.
What You'll Gain
- Hands-on agronomy and crop management experience.
- Exposure to precision agriculture technology and industry-leading practices.
- Opportunities to build professional relationships with growers and agronomy professionals.
- Experience working within a progressive agricultural cooperative.
- A deeper understanding of agronomic sales, research, operations, and customer service.
- Start your agricultural career with Frontier Cooperative and gain the experience, knowledge, and connections needed to make an impact in the future of agriculture.