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About the Role
As a Purina Feed Sales Intern, you will be employed by Land O'Lakes, Inc. and placed in a market with participating dealers and cooperatives. This is a field-based sales internship built for students who want to turn animal nutrition knowledge into real customer conversations, measurable market growth, and a stronger understanding of the dealer/co-op business model. You will work alongside local sales representatives, dealer/co-op leaders, and Purina team members to support customer engagement, territory growth, and species-specific nutrition solutions. Interns will be provided with training through Purina Animal Nutrition, and the working location is dependent on those of our dealers.
Responsibilities
- Drive Customer Growth - Partner with a Purina dealer or cooperative to identify opportunities for growth within existing customer accounts.
- Build a New Business Pipeline - Identify, research, and engage prospective customers within a targeted species segment.
- Increase Adoption of Priority Product Solutions - Work with customers and sales teams to identify opportunities for expanded use of key Purina nutrition solutions.
- Identify Market Growth Opportunities - Evaluate local markets, customer trends, and competitive activity to help uncover untapped opportunities within a territory.
- Engage Directly with Producers and Customers - Participate in farm visits, customer meetings, educational events, feed trials, and producer programs.
Requirements
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Agriculture, Agribusiness, or related field (Junior status preferred).
- Demonstrated leadership in school, academic, and industry related clubs.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. and work in 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.
Skills
- Understanding of animal husbandry, nutrition, and feed management practices.
- Previous sales or customer-facing experience preferred.
- Strong communication, writing, and critical thinking abilities.
- Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and implement projects independently.
- Collaborative mindset with openness to feedback and learning.
- Adaptability to changing business environments and customer needs.
Location
- Western Pennsylvania
- Western New York
- Northern West Virginia
- Ohio
- Indiana
- Michigan
Work Type
- Field-based
- Internship
Experience Level
- Intern
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Agriculture, Agribusiness, or related field
Salary/Compensations
- $22/hr
Benefits
- Training through Purina Animal Nutrition
- Mentorship and support from Purina Animal Nutrition experts
- Prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k) for part-time employees.
About the Company
- Land O'Lakes, Inc. is a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food.
- Named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn.
- Named to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.
Equal Opportunity
- Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled.
- The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.
- Land O'Lakes does not use Automated Decision-Making Technology, as defined by California law, to substantially replace human decision-making or make significant decisions about applications for employment or contracting opportunities.