Position Title: Farm Operations Intern
Position Type: Internship
Organization Name: R.D. Offutt Farms
Location: O'Neill, Nebraska
Job Description/Duties:
The Farm Operations Internship is an opportunity for students interested in a career in potato farm operations. This internship experience will provide the selected students with a hands-on learning experience. The intern will learn by training alongside skilled team members and work independently to develop skills while accomplishing daily tasks throughout the farming season.
Specific Duties Include
- The Farm Operations Intern will rotate throughout the farm operations including; planting, cultivating, irrigation/maintenance, warehouse, agronomy, harvest and farm management.
- Maintain a clean work area, as well as care for all tools, machines, and equipment.
- Identify and communicate solutions in their area of responsibility.
- Support the field and warehouse farm operations.
- Communicate effectively with management and other team members.
- Assist in maintenance of buildings and equipment ensuring they are in appropriate condition.
- Be a self-starter; ability to work independently as well as with other personnel and management.
- Learn technical and product knowledge on all equipment on the farm.
- Follow all safety rules and regulations while performing work assignments and adhere to all policies and procedures as specified in company manuals and as directed in the employee handbook.
- Conduct self in the presence of customers and community to present a professional image of R.D. Offutt Farms.
- Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with peers, management, and support resources, with a constant commitment to teamwork and exemplary customer service.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by management in a professional and efficient manner.
Qualifications or skills Required:
- Enrolled or attending an approved agriculture program or another program approved in writing by R.D. Offutt Farms.
- Maintain acceptable GPA and attendance while in the program.
- Student must proactively communicate with management while attending school including providing a copy of their transcripts to R.D. Offutt Farms management after each quarter or semester.
- Adhere to academic policies, rules and regulations set forth by the higher learning center the student is attending.
- Agriculture experience preferred.
- Strong computer skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to assemble and perform some maintenance functions on equipment.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Candidates must have valid work authorization and be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.
Salary & Benefits:
TBD
Contact Information/Instructions How to Apply:
Visit us at www.rdoffuttcompany.com for a complete job description, additional company information and to apply online. EOE/M/F/Disabled/Veteran