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Grow West Internship

Are you currently a college student majoring in Agriculture, Plant Science, or related Field? The Grow West Internship is an exciting opportunity that will provide you with invaluable work experience and knowledge in agricultural chemical, fertilizer, and technology industry. The field scout is responsible for the monitoring and recording of pest activity, sampling, and trap placement.

Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Scout crops for weeds, diseases, and pests and report to appropriate Sales staff. *

2. Install and monitor traps in fields. *

3. Collect soil, tissue and water samples as needed or directed by Sales staff. *

4. Complete weekly scouting reports. *

5. Develop a thorough knowledge and understanding of our computer programs, product deliveries and inventory tracking. *

6. Proactively seek and participate in available company-sponsored training, in an effort to develop and advance skill set and knowledge base. *

7. Present a professional image to our customers in all interactions (verbal, in-person, e-mail, etc.). *

8. Follow all safety rules and regulations while performing work assignments and adhere to all policies (i.e. vehicle, equipment usage, social media policy, etc.) and procedures as specified in company manuals and as directed in the employee handbook. *

9. Participate in weekly check-in phone calls with Human Resources. *

10. Complete and present a company project at the conclusion of the internship. *

11. Ability to work overtime as needed. *

12. Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Communication Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an employee must have excellent communication skills with PCAs, customers, and support staff. This includes excellent written and verbal skills, not limited to e-mail, text and phone calls.

Language Ability:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Math Ability:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Edge and Adobe Acrobat.

Education/Experience:

Currently enrolled in an accredited university. College student majoring in Agriculture, Plant Science, or Horticulture.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, bend, stoop, kneel, and lift (up to 50 pounds). Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

This position also requires an employee to have the ability to drive a company vehicle safely and within state and company guidelines. The employee must also be able to travel to other branches, meeting locations, or customer farms.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Skills:

Oral Communication Skills Presentation

Written Communication Skills Reading Comprehension

Interpersonal Communication Skills Active Listening

Professionalism Critical Thinking

Organization Monitoring

Planning Service Orientation

Computer Literacy Problem Solving

Keyboard Skills Prioritization

Time Management

Job Types: Full-time, Internship