The Mosaic Company (NYSE: MOS) is the world's leading integrated producer of concentrated phosphate and potash—two of the three most important nutrients in agriculture. We employ more than 13,000 people in six countries to serve farmers all over the world. Our Headquarters is in Lithia, Florida with operations throughout North America (U.S./Canada) and South America.
At Mosaic We Help the World Grow the Food it Needs - Apply today and join our team!
Where will you work
Virtual with travel supporting areas in one of the following 3 Midwest regions: Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri; OR North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota; OR Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky and possibly Wisconsin and Michigan.
Mosaic Biosciences Agronomy Co-Op/Intern at Mosaic will work closely with agronomists to identify, monitor, and capture information about field trials throughout a specific territory supporting Mosaic Biosciences North America. Our student opportunities allow you to learn from professionals, offers competitive pay, an opportunity to work with a global leader on exciting projects and much more.
Term
May to August, 2027
Full time Co-Op/Internship. Typically, 36-40 hours a week.
$19.20/hr with paid travel expenses.
What you'll do
Day to day work assignments could include:
- Work closely with regional agronomists and local staff to identify trial sites, evaluating below and above ground plant characteristics, capturing pictures or video images of processes and results.
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of electronic records for test sites and treatments
- Assist in various field plot research functions including pursue and capture detailed field information for Mosaic Biosciences North America
- Support other efforts including some engagement with accounts in a sales setting.
- Occasional overnight travel will be expected to other locations as part of data collection and services responsibilities.
- Communicate with various levels of personnel throughout the organization, including management, plant operators, engineers (of various disciplines), tradespersons, and contractors.
- Participation in department meetings and meetings specific to the project assignment.
- Adhering to Mosaic's mission, guiding principles and priorities, and key competencies.
What you'll need
- Sophomore level or above by May 2027 pursuing a bachelor's in in Ag business, Ag Education, Agronomy or related field.
- 1-2 years of experience volunteering, working with student/school organizations, or work is preferred.
- Previous internship or co-op experience is preferred.
- Reliable transportation and valid driver's license - You will need to be able to travel to and from sites and/or office.
- Ability to work full time and be a student in standing at the time of the co-op/internship
- Selected candidates will be required to successfully complete post-offer/pre-placement drug and alcohol screening, background check, physical, functional capacity examination.
- Basic computer skills are required
- Experience working in a team environment is a must
- Effective verbal communication skills is a plus
- Physical work environment is occasionally outdoors with exposure to varying degrees of hot and cold environments
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must be able to safely perform the essential functions of the job without posing a direct threat to the safety of his or her own self, or the safety of others
- Able to lift approximately 0-25 lbs. occasionally
- Able to climb stairs and work at various heights
- Able to distinguish varying or specific colors, patterns or materials
- Able to hear, with or without correction
- Able to read, write and understand basic English
- Able to see, with or without correction
- Able to use fine hand motor skills
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
