Crop Science Sales Intern

In this position, students will partake in a 12-week internship experience where they will contribute to the success of a sales team, complete business critical projects, grow their knowledge of the Agricultural industry, and represent one of Agriculture's leading companies. Interns will develop skills and knowledge in sales, agronomy, business, digital acumen, networking, and more.

Interns will be placed on a sales team comprised of representatives in Seeds & Traits, Crop Protection, Agronomy, and Digital Farming Solutions. Interns will be paired with a primary mentor to provide day-to-day learning, feedback, and coaching. This position is located in a sales territory in the US, reporting to our Emerging Talent Lead. Interns will belong to a cohort of other Interns with the same start date and role responsibilities, with in-person and virtual networking opportunities throughout the summer.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibilities of this role are to:

• Work alongside a mentor within a sales team to learn about and support the sales of Bayer’s portfolio
• Complete projects to further knowledge of Bayer’s products and bring a new perspective to key business imperatives and present findings at the end of the internship;
• Develop relationships with farmer customers and partners and learn how to effectively identify and meet their needs;
• Gain a well-rounded understanding of the Agricultural industry;
• Develop skills and knowledge in sales, agronomy, business, digital acumen, networking, and more;
• Learn and develop confidence in the sales process and cold calling;
• Focus on and develop in the following core competency areas: Customer Centricity, Product Portfolio and Agronomic Knowledge, and Data Analytics and Digital Tools.

WHO YOU ARE

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

• Pursuing a minimum of a bachelor’s degree;
• Passionate about the Agricultural industry and passionate or curious about sales;
• Strong communication and presentation skills;
• Self-motivated and takes initiative to meet goals with minimal supervision;
• Driven to meet the needs of our farmer customers;
• Proven leader and problem-solver;
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize and manage time effectively;
• Willingness and ability to relocate for the 12-week internship, typically in a rural area;
• Ability to travel/drive throughout sales territory daily (company vehicle provided);
• Must have a valid driver’s license; Driving record (MVR) will be reviewed and must meet guidelines based on the company’s risk screening for hiring drivers;
• Ability to lift a 60-pound bag of seed.