Feed Sales Intern – Equine at Land O'Lakes

San Jose, California, United States

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InternshipExperience Level
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Agriculture, Animal Nutrition, EquineIndustries

Requirements

  • Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Agriculture, Agribusiness, or related field (Sophomore, Junior, or Senior 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

Responsibilities

  • Lead targeted summer sales initiatives, such as launching feed trials, building prospect pipelines, and driving adoption of species-specific nutrition solutions
  • Conduct farm visits and market surveys to gather customer insights, recommend tailored feed programs, and follow through with measurable solutions
  • Analyze customer data, identify growth opportunities, map competitive landscapes, and support territory development strategies
  • Plan and execute producer-facing events such as appreciation days, educational clinics, and open houses to deepen customer relationships
  • Support daily operations of farm supply dealers, including in-store merchandising, customer service, feed order management, and handling walk-in and phone-in customer interactions

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Feed SalesSales StrategyCustomer EngagementMarket IntelligenceEvent PlanningCustomer InsightsData AnalysisRetail Operations

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the duration of the Feed Sales Intern – Equine position?

The internship runs from May to August 2026, with flexible start and end dates.

Is this internship remote or does it require on-site work?

The internship requires working at participating Purina Animal Nutrition dealer or cooperative locations, such as Shakopee, MN, and interns must live within commuting range of the assigned dealer. Placement depends on dealer locations across multiple U.S. regions.

What qualifications are required for the Feed Sales Intern role?

Candidates must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Agriculture, Agribusiness, or related field (Sophomore, Junior, or Senior status preferred), have demonstrated leadership in school, academic, and industry related clubs, ability to lift 50 lbs. and work in farm environments, and hold a valid, unrestricted driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.

What kind of support and training do interns receive?

Interns are Land O’Lakes employees and receive training, mentorship, and support from Purina Animal Nutrition experts, spending the majority of their time on sales activities with structured projects.

What makes a strong candidate for this internship?

Strong candidates are pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Agriculture, Agribusiness, or related field at sophomore, junior, or senior status, with demonstrated leadership in school, academic, and industry clubs, plus physical ability to work in farm environments and a valid driver’s license.

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