Ag Operations Intern - US Locations

Ag Operations Internship – Summer 2026

Launch your career with ADM’s Summer Internship Program!

Our Ag Operations Interns have the opportunity to experience and learn the day to day operations of grain facilities across the US, including facility management, people management, scheduling, grain management and other key skills necessary to make sure our assets are well-managed and safe for all ADM colleagues and contractors. Grain facilities at ADM can consist of many components, including truck, rail and river transport, large grain storage capacity and the ability to move large amounts of grain to other ADM sites or other destinations in North America or around the world.

ADM’s grain elevators are the first stop for local farmers and a key part of ADM’s supply chain network – getting grain to where it needs to go.

You will gain firsthand exposure to leadership, equipment troubleshooting and dealing with the myriad of challenges in a facility that operates around the clock, 365 days a year. This experience offers hands‑on knowledge of grain operations processes, products, and employees in the real word of manufacturing  program promotes the development of students while providing a training ground for potential future employees.

• Manage assigned projects for Summer 2026, with assistance from facility superintendent and other elevator colleagues.
• Understand daily grain receiving, handling, storage, and shipping activities.
• Understand grain inbound and outbound processes: weigh inbound and outbound trucks and record grain grades/quantities.
• Understand collection, testing, and documentation of grain samples for quality, moisture, and foreign material.
• Support the operation and routine maintenance of grain handling equipment (conveyors, dryers, elevators, scales).
• Learn to monitor grain storage conditions (temperature, aeration, pest control) to maintain quality.
• Understanding of how to manage grain inventory levels and prepare accurate records/reports.
• Learn and support compliance with OSHA, FDA, and other ADM safety standards.
• Participate in facility housekeeping to maintain safe and efficient working conditions.
• Shadow elevator and commercial colleagues to gain exposure to people management, logistics, merchandising, and facility operations.
• Support seasonal peak activities (e.g., harvest, loading rail cars, barge loading).
• Assist in identifying process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Participate in and/or lead safety meetings, training sessions, and ops briefings.

• Educational Background:
  Pursuing a four‑year degree in Ag Systems Management, Agriculture or a related field with an expected graduation between December 2026 and Summer 2028. Must have a minimum 2.8 GPA.
• Transportation:
  Interns must have their own reliable transportation to and from work.
• Geographical Flexibility:
  Willing to relocate to one of our ADM locations in North America.
• Background Check:
  Successful completion of a background check is required.
• Physical Requirements:
  
  This experience is physically demanding, and suited for those who desire hands‑on experience in an operations setting. Some tasks may require lifting, the ability to climb ladders, and working in confined spaces (including tanks and vessels).
• Availability:
  Must be available for a summer internship from mid‑May to early August 2026.
• Work Authorization:
  Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

• Enhance your skills with unlimited access to Linked In Learning courses, language training, and mentoring programs.
• Access to a variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that foster connection, support, and professional growth across a variety of communities.
• Throughout your internship, you’ll also have access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), offering personal support and resources to help you grow both professionally and personally.
• Personalized professional development sessions geared toward career development, social digital footprint, and the importance of your personal brand.
• Based on business needs, interns who demonstrate high potential may be offered a…