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Land O'Lakes Venture37 · 2 months ago

Feed Sales Intern - Feed Mill Operations

United States

Internship

Remote

Intern

Start in 2026 Spring

Land O'Lakes Venture37 is a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative focused on reimagining the business of food. The Feed Sales Intern will work alongside feed mill managers and operations staff to gain hands-on experience in feed manufacturing, mill operations, and quality assurance while supporting various sales-focused projects.

AgricultureAgTechMarketingTrading Platform

Responsibilities

Support daily feed manufacturing processes, including batching, mixing, and bagging of feed products

Assist with equipment maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting under supervision

Participate in inventory management, including receiving shipments, verifying quantities, and monitoring stock levels

Learn and apply feed safety protocols, including HACCP and FSMA compliance

Assist with product traceability, recordkeeping, and regulatory documentation

Support quality control checks to ensure product specifications are met

Observe and help implement safety procedures for equipment and facility operations

Participate in scheduled maintenance and cleaning of mill equipment and facilities

Collaborate with mill staff to optimize workflow and efficiency

Attend department meetings and contribute to operational planning

Shadow supervisors to learn about leadership, team management, and cooperative policies

Support select sales initiatives, such as assisting with customer service, order management, or participating in dealer events

Gain exposure to the sales cycle and customer engagement as opportunities arise

Qualification

Animal ScienceAgricultureFeed ManufacturingQuality AssuranceOrganizationCommunicationCritical ThinkingTeamworkAdaptability

Required

Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Agriculture, Agribusiness, Engineering, or related field (Sophomore, Junior, or Senior status preferred)

Demonstrated leadership in school, academic, or industry-related clubs

Ability to lift 50 lbs. and work in mill/farm environments

Valid, unrestricted driver's license and satisfactory driving record

Must be able to live within commuting range of assigned dealer/co-op location