Posted: April 4, 2018
Willard Agri-Service represents a family of businesses that center around agriculture services, supplies and products.
Our family of companies focuses on the manufacture, sale, and application of custom liquid fertilizers, micronutrients, and crop protectants. Our range of services includes nutrient management planning, the sale and installation of yield monitors, GPS receivers, data collection loggers, and crop management planning through the exclusive use of the HighQ Decision Support System. The HighQ Decision Support System utilizes the latest GPS and data collection technology to bring valuable information to each of our customers.
Since 1970, Willard has been providing the highest quality of agricultural products and services in the industry. One of our recruiting efforts focuses on college students in the agricultural field. Our intern program provides work related experience to supplement class experience, and possible long term employment opportunities.
Some of the responsibilities as an intern would be:
- Evaluate field conditions and communicate situation to Field Representative on an as needed basis
- Perform systematic crop surveillance, record keeping, and diagnostics
- Collect and submit soil samples and develop corresponding maps
- Assist in nutrient management planning
- Assist Field Representative in daily activities to enhance sales growth
Qualifications for an internship would include:
- Attendance at a college or university in an agricultural curriculum
- Ability to safely operate and maintain vehicles/equipment assigned
- Must be a self starter with a positive attitude
- Understanding of crop production business
- Be able to read and understand aerial field maps
- Basic knowledge of field crops and pest identification
For more information, please email our Human Resources Department at HR@willardag.com or call our corporate office at 301-662-8100.
