Feed Sales Intern

Land O'Lakes, Inc.

. Partner with Purina dealers or cooperatives to identify growth opportunities within existing customer accounts .

Posted 9/15/2026internshipRemote • Alabama • United StatesEntry Level💰 $22 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in sales pipeline development, customer engagement, and market analysis within the agricultural sector. Proficient in animal husbandry, nutrition, and feed management practices, with strong communication and critical thinking skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Sales Pipeline DevelopmentCustomer Engagement InitiativesAnimal Husbandry KnowledgeMarket AnalysisTime Management

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Hard Skills

Animal ScienceAgricultureAgribusinessSales ExperienceNutrition SolutionsFeed Management Practices

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationCritical ThinkingCollaborative MindsetAdaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Customer TrendsGrowth OpportunitiesFarm EnvironmentsProducer ProgramsFeed Trials

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with Purina dealers or cooperatives to identify growth opportunities within existing customer accounts
Introduce new products, expand species offerings, reactivate dormant customers, and support customer engagement initiatives
Identify, research, and engage prospective customers within targeted species segments
Build qualified sales pipelines and contribute to new business development
Analyze customer buying patterns and develop recommendations to increase adoption of Purina nutrition solutions
Evaluate local markets, customer trends, and competitive activity to identify territory growth opportunities
Develop recommendations and insights for sales teams, dealers, and cooperatives
Participate in farm visits, customer meetings, educational events, feed trials, and producer programs
Spend most of the time on sales activities and complete structured business-growth projects
Work alongside local sales representatives, dealer/co-op leaders, and Purina team members

Requirements

What you’ll need

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Agriculture, Agribusiness, or related field
Junior 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
Understanding of animal husbandry, nutrition, and feed management practices preferred
Previous sales or customer-facing experience preferred
Strong communication, writing, and critical thinking abilities
Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and implement projects independently
Collaborative mindset with openness to feedback and learning
Adaptability to changing business environments and customer needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Training through Purina Animal Nutrition
Training, mentorship, and support from Purina Animal Nutrition experts
Medical, dental, and vision benefits for most full-time roles
PTO for most full-time roles
Life and disability insurance for most full-time roles
Education assistance for most full-time roles
401(k) for most full-time roles
Well-being resources for most full-time roles
Prorated PTO and holiday pay for most part-time employees
Employee development programs for most part-time employees
Prorated education assistance for most part-time employees
Prorated 401(k) for most part-time employees