Operations Intern

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Job Title: Operations Intern
Location: Valley City, ND, USA

Company: CHS Inc.
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Operations
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our 10,000 employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

Summary

Join CHS for an exceptional internship experience in Valley City, ND! We offer competitive pay, a dynamic learning environment, and long-term growth opportunities. We're excited to hire a part-time Operations Intern for Fall 2026, where you'll collaborate closely with our customers to deliver top-notch service and valuable insights. The internship can start as early as summer 2026 depending on business needs and your availability and extend through the summer.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain knowledge of commodities handled, ensuring compliance with company policies and government regulations.
Provide courteous, professional service to customers and promptly report complaints, repair/maintenance needs, or safety concerns.
Prepare and operate trucks, railcars, and equipment for loading/unloading of agricultural inputs (bulk or packaged), including use of scales, dump systems, loaders, forklifts, and related machinery.
Monitor and maintain inventory quality and complete required records.
Conduct regular equipment inspections and maintenance (lubrication, cleaning, leak checks) and assist with repairs as needed.
Perform warehouse and grounds work, including housekeeping, snow removal, and general facility upkeep.
Deliver products (fertilizer, chemical, seed, feed, etc.) to customer sites as required.
Promote and maintain a strong safety culture by following all policies, identifying hazards, and correcting or reporting unsafe conditions.
Perform other duties as needed to ensure smooth facility operations and excellent customer service.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

High School diploma or GED.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Software.
Must meet minimum age requirement.

Additional Qualifications

Ability to operate machinery such as loaders, conveyors, tractors, and track mobile.
Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons to meet business demands.
CDL license or ability to attain one with Hazmat endorsement preferred.
Forklift certification preferred.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to climb rail cars, ladders, stairs, and bins.
Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures.

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.

If eligibility requirements are met, you may participate in 401(k).

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.

Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to chscareers@chsinc.com ; to verify that the communication is from CHS.

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Job Post Date: 09/17/25