The intern will assist with the crop insurance claims and adjusting process while developing relationships with agents and customers. They will also gain exposure to agricultural practices and precision technology through field work and a capstone project.
Requirements overview
Candidates must be currently enrolled as a sophomore, junior, or senior in an agriculture-related degree program. Applicants must be able to perform physical field tasks, possess a valid driver's license, and reside in the assigned states.
Key skills
Organizational skillsTime managementAttention to detailCommunicationInterpersonal skillsAgriculture knowledgeFarming practicesCrop productionPrecision technologyPresentation skillsData collectionField work
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Farmers Mutual Hail has been providing peace of mind for American farmers and their families since 1893. As America's Crop Insurance Company, FMH provides comprehensive risk management solutions, including private and federal crop insurance, reinsurance products and services, as well as farm and ranch insurance that includes auto, property, and liability coverage. For Complete Farm Insurance Solutions™, look to FMH.
At Farmers Mutual Hail (FMH), our mission is simple: protect the livelihoods and legacies of America’s farmers through the complete farm insurance solutions we offer. As America’s Crop Insurance Company™, we’re headquartered in the U.S. and have been owned by the farmers we insure for over 125 years.
Farmers Mutual Hail is currently looking for a qualified undergraduate to intern in Georgia, Pennsylvania, or Maryland as part of our 2027 Summer Internship Program. This is a paid internship starting Monday, May 17 through Friday, August 6, working up to 40 hours per week for the summer, with the potential to turn into a full-time, permanent position in the future.
REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Must be a currently-enrolled sophomore, junior, or senior at a college or university majoring in Agriculture (May 2027 graduates will not be eligible).
Skills: Strong organizational, time management, and attention-to-detail skills are necessary. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Basic knowledge of agriculture, farming practices, or crop production preferred.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develops customer relationships and interpersonal skills by working and observing interaction between Territory Sales Managers and Agents, customers, and peers.
Develops a clear understanding of the differences between Multi-Peril Crop Insurance (MPCI) and Private Products within the crop insurance industry.
Observes and assists with Multi-Peril and Private Product claims and adjusting process.
Gains essential background knowledge on how the organization is run and its purpose in the industry.
Gains an understanding of agricultural practices and learns about crops in various regions assigned throughout the country.
Learns how to explain various loss procedures for the major crops insured.
Become familiar with Precision Technology as it applies to individual agricultural producers.
Job shadows at the Home Office in West Des Moines, IA to gain a broad understanding of the business cycle and to observe and be a part of the culture at FMH.
Obtains experience with project presentation skills to help intern deliver a successful Capstone presentation to finish out the internship.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must reside in the state of Georgia, Pennsylvania, or Maryland for the duration of the internship.
Must be able to physically climb heights in excess of ten (10) feet; walk distances in excess of one-quarter (1/4) mile over un-even terrain; bend, squat, twist and reach; including lifting objects up to 50 pounds; and stand without rest for periods of time greater than one hour.
Must have valid driver’s license, car insurance, and a reliable vehicle to travel.
75% travel and possible overnight stay may be expected (expenses covered by FMH).
This position is not eligible for sponsorship for work authorization by Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance Company, SI. Therefore, if you will require sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, we cannot consider your application at this time.
Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance Company does not discriminate in employment (EOE). All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Requirements
•Organizational skills
•Time management
•Attention to detail
•Communication
•Interpersonal skills
•Agriculture knowledge
•Farming practices
•Crop production
•Precision technology
•Presentation skills
•Data collection
•Field work
Benefits
•Paid internship
•Travel expenses covered
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