Warehouse Administrative Student Internship - Prairieland FS, Inc. - Paloma, IL

At Prairieland FS, you have the opportunity to make an immediate impact. Working with the industry's top professionals, you'll develop new expertise through varied job experiences and company-sponsored training programs. And you'll be recognized and rewarded for your contributions. Plus, FS believes in attracting and retaining diverse talent. You can contribute your unique experiences and background to build a community that fosters mutual respect and meaningful relationships.

PAY RANGE: $16-$18 / hour

Compensation Is Determined Based On Your Experience And Qualifications.

In addition to base pay, you may be eligible for overtime, commission, performance-based increases, and bonuses.

REPORTS TO: Location Manager STATUS: Non-Exempt

Purpose And Summary Statement

The Warehouse Administrative Student Internship provides students pursuing careers in agriculture, business, or related fields with a hands-on learning experience. This role supports the agronomy team by assisting with administrative tasks, organizational responsibilities, and customer service activities. Interns will gain valuable insight into the operational aspects of agricultural businesses while providing marketing, customer service, and administrative support to the location manager and other personnel.

Essential Job Functions

• Compile data, prepare invoices, ensure accurate pricing, process billing transactions, and handle customer payments and deposits.
• Order, maintain, reconcile, and track product movement while coordinating physical inventory counts.
• Perform general office duties such as filing, scanning, copying, and maintaining organized records.
• Answer phone calls, resolve customer inquiries, and ensure professional and courteous communication via phone, email, and mail.
• Schedule, prepare for, and organize meetings are requested.
• Maintain a high level of discretion and professionalism in handling company and customer information.
• Manage daily tasks efficiently, adapt to changing priorities, and support the team in various administrative functions.
  
  

Other Job Functions

• Assists department managers and sales staff with marketing activities.
• Occasionally may be asked to drive and run local errands as requested.
• Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA, and DOT policies and procedures as they apply.
• Comply with the uniform policy and uphold a professional appearance.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
  
  

Requirements

Educations and Experience

Must be pursuing a degree or certification from a community college, technical college, or university and in good academic standing at the time the internship begins.

Functional Competencies

• Proven professional communication, persuasion, and customer service skills.
• Proven team-building skills and the ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated planning, organization, time management and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to use the computer and “attention to detail” skills and the ability to use computer to enhance business processes.
  
  

Core Competencies

Demonstrated core competencies, including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision-making, and skill development.

Other Requirements

• Ability to work hours other than those considered normal at various times throughout the year to meet deadlines and demands.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• Ability and willingness to participate in required training, including education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures and additional training related to the position’s requirements.
  
  

Physical Demands

Lifting/Carrying Frequency Pushing/Pulling Frequency

Under 10 lbs. Frequently Under 10 lbs. Frequently

11-20 lbs. Frequently 11-20 lbs. Frequently

21-50 lbs. Occasionally 21-50 lbs. Occasionally

51-100 lbs. Not Applicable 51-100 lbs. Not Applicable

Over 100 lbs. Not Applicable Over 100 lbs. Not Applicable

Twisting/Turning Frequency Driving Frequency

Bend Frequently Automatic Trans Not Applicable

Climb Occasionally Standard Trans Not Applicable

Crawl Occasionally

Kneel Frequently Elements Frequency

Reach Outward Frequently Exposure to Cold Occasionally

Reach Over Head Frequently Exposure to Heat Occasionally

Reach Over Shoulder Frequently Exposure to dust, dirt, debris Occasionally

Sit Frequently Exposure to chemicals Occasionally

Squat Frequently Exposure to high noise levels Occasionally

Stand Frequently Working from heights Not Applicable

Walk-Normal Surfaces Frequently

Walk-Slippery Surfaces Frequently Other

Walk-Uneven Surfaces Frequently Keyboard/Ten Key Frequently

Fine Dexterity Frequently

Handling (grasping, holding) Frequently

Repetitive Motion – Hands Frequently

Repetitive Motion – Feet Frequently

EMPLOYEE MISSION STATEMENT

Prairieland FS, Inc. strives to provide a Total Rewards package that delivers exceptional pay for exceptional performance, recognizes your dedication to our mission, and helps us attract and retain the highest caliber of talent.

We are an equal-opportunity employer.

Issue Date: 02/20/2025

Prairieland FS, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, always looking for hardworking individuals to join our team.