Commodity Merchandising Internship As a North American leader in agribusiness and renewable fuels, The Andersons operates in a unique space, bringing together agriculture, energy, and global markets. From the farm to customers around the world, we help move food, feed, and fuel where it's needed most. Our business spans the full value chain, which means the work we do directly supports farmers, customers, and communities every day. Whether it's helping producers succeed, delivering essential products, or advancing more sustainable energy solutions, our impact is both local and global. What truly sets us apart is how we work together. We are a performance-driven, people-powered organization where employees are owners, sharing in our success and helping shape our future. We invest in our team through development opportunities, meaningful career paths, and a culture that encourages growth, collaboration, and continuous improvement. At the core of everything we do is our Statement of Principles. We are committed to providing extraordinary service to our customers, helping our employees improve, supporting our communities, and increasing the value of the company for our shareholders.
Position Overview:
The Commodity Merchandising Internship provides hands-on exposure to the fast-paced world of agricultural commodity merchandising. Interns work alongside experienced merchandisers and trading professionals to gain insight into grain and grain product marketing, trading, customer relationship management, and market analysis. Through meaningful projects, training, and day-to-day business experiences, interns develop foundational merchandising skills while exploring future career opportunities within The Andersons Trade Group. This internship is based out of Maumee, OH or Overland Park, KS. Housing may be provided for qualified candidates.
Key Responsibilities:- Learn commodity merchandising terminology, tools, concepts, and business systems
- Assist with analyzing local, national, and global agricultural markets and evaluating factors that influence commodity prices
- Gain exposure to grain procurement, marketing, trading, transportation, and supply chain activities
- Support merchandisers with customer relationship management, market research, data analysis, and administrative activities
- Develop an understanding of grain and grain product marketing, trading flows, and market fundamentals
- Monitor changing crop, economic, and market conditions and assist with gathering relevant information
- Build relationships and communicate effectively with internal and external customers
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including merchandising, operations, logistics, accounting, and customer service
- Complete a merchandising business proposal focused on a real-world business opportunity and present findings and recommendations to business leaders and team members
- What is Expected of You and Others at This Level
- Minimal job-related experience
- Acquires basic skills to perform routine tasks
- Work is prescribed and completed with little autonomy
- Works with either close supervision, or under clearly defined procedures
- Competencies Expected of You and Others at This Level
- Collaborates - Builds partnerships and works cooperatively with others to achieve shared objectives
- Ensures Accountability - Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments
- Being Resilient - Rebounds from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations
- Customer Focus - Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer centric solutions
- Values Differences - Recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization
- Optimizes Work Processes - Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement
- Instills Trust - Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
- Minimum Qualifications & SkillsHigh School Diploma or GED equivalent required
- Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field
- Rising junior or senior preferred 0-2 years' relevant internship, work, leadership, or agricultural experience required
- Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to build relationships and influence others
- Self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset who thrives in a fast-paced environment
- Comfortable evaluating opportunities, making decisions, and taking appropriate risks
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including ExcelThis job description is intended to give you a general understanding of the role and the type of work involved, but it may not include every responsibility or requirement. Employment with The Andersons, Inc. is at will, which means both you and the Company can end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, consistent with applicable law, nothing in this description should be viewed as a contract.
Disclaimer:
The Andersons, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and consider candidates without regard to any status protected by law, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. We also prioritize a safe and healthy workplace. The Company maintains a drug-free work environment and may require drug, alcohol, and/or medical testing depending on the role. To ensure a consistent hiring process, The Andersons, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies that do not have a formal agreement in place and is not responsible for any related fees. Finally, we want to help you stay informed and safe during your job search. Please note that The Andersons only uses company email addresses, which contain "@andersonsinc.com" or "@theandersons.com", to communicate with candidates via email. If you are contacted by someone about an open job at The Andersons, please verify the domain of the sender's email address. If something seems unusual, we encourage you to verify communications and report any concerns through TalentAquisition@andersonsinc.com
