Agronomy Advisor Intern

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.