Associate Pathway Internship

Hands on Experience in the Agricultural Industry

Looking for an internship that's more than coffee runs and spreadsheets? At FCS Financial, we're all about making a real impact on our customers, our communities, and each other. If you're ready to gain practical skills, explore Missouri agriculture, and work with a team that feels like a family, we want to meet you!

About Us: We're proud to be part of the Farm Credit System, delivering financial services that fuel agriculture and rural communities. Our culture is built on trust, respect, and a shared commitment to serving our member-owners across Missouri.

The 2026 Internship: Join us for a 12-week internship experience designed for technical/trade school students! You'll gain real world exposure to agricultural finance, learn technical processes, and contribute to meaningful projects that support Missouri's ag industry.

We are hiring 1 intern - so bring your energy, curiosity, and drive!

What You'll Experience:

• Hands on Learning: Shadow professionals and learn how we build lasting customer relationships.
• Practical Application: Apply the skills you have learned in school to real projects.
• Experience the power of our "One Team" culture - where collaboration and shared goals drive our success.
• Explore Technical Areas: Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Credit, Loan Services, and Information Services.
• Meet our Senior Leadership Team and gain insight into career paths.
• Own a project: Work on hands-on projects that align with our 2026 Business Objectives and adds real value to the association.
• Customize your path with mentorships in your area of interest during your of your internship.

What We're Looking For:

• Currently enrolled in or graduated from a technical or trade or school program pursuing an Associate degree or equivalent certification.
• Majors in: Ag Business, General Business, Finance, and Technology.
• GPA of 2.5 or higher
• Strong work ethic, hands-on experience, flexibility, and collaboration skills
• Great communication skills and comfort in Microsoft Office tools, with the ability to learn new software.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Wage: Starting at $20.00/hour (subject to change)
• Exposure to Missouri Agriculture: Travel expenses will be covered
• Professional Growth: Build technical and career-ready skills
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry leaders and peers
• Knowledge: If you don't know much about agriculture or are new to it, we will teach you what you need to know
• Impact: Make a difference in Missouri's ag community

Ready to Grow with Us? This isn't just an internship, it's your first step toward a meaningful career in financial services. Apply now and let's build something together!

This position is open until filled.

This internship opportunity will be located in Jefferson City, Missouri.

This position is classified as Non-Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Department: Marketplace Services

Reports To: Senior Vice President, Human Resources or Designee

Supervises: None

This 12-Week Internship opportunity typically begins towards the end of May and will conclude the second week of August.

Job Functions

50%

Internship Program - Focused in one area (10-12 Weeks)

• Learn the components of one department such as Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Credit, Loan Services, Information Services, or other department
• Learn the components of the lending process
• Learn credit fundamentals and credit philosophy
• Learn the variety of risk management functions

20%

Projects

• Complete one or more projects identified by assigned department and by FCS that are hands-on in nature and designed to add value to the company.
• Presentations to the senior leadership, mentors and other staff at the conclusion of the internship.

20%

Communication

• Work with several mentors within various areas of the Association.
• Interact with FCS staff as a team member.

10%

Marketing

• Learn about customer relationships and marketing and contribute to FCS brand image as the leading agriculture financial institution committed to customers.

n/a

Other duties as assigned to meet the needs of the organization.

• Essential Functions for this position consist of all items listed under any category that make up 5% or more of the job duties. This job description is subject to change without notice.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or graduated from a technical or trade school pursuing an Associate or Bachelor's degree or equivalent certification.
• Desired degree programs are agribusiness, general business, finance, accounting and technology degrees
• Minimum 2.5 GPA

Required Knowledge and Skills

• General knowledge of FCS Financial and the financial services industry
• General knowledge of basic financial/accounting terms and applications
• Skill in using Microsoft technologies including e-mail, word and spreadsheet processing
• Verbal and written communication skills sufficient to discuss a variety of job-related topics, and to effectively communicate complex topics to a variety of audiences
• Responsible to appropriately protect the confidentiality, security, and integrity of the Association's systems and data and clients' data