In this role, you develop skills and knowledge in sales, agronomy, business, digital acumen, networking, and more while representing one of agriculture's leading companies.

You are placed on a sales team comprised of representatives in Seeds & Traits, Crop Protection, Agronomy, and Digital Farming Solutions and are paired with a primary mentor who provides day-to-day learning, feedback, and coaching.

You are based in a sales territory in the United States, reporting to our Emerging Talent Lead, and you belong to a cohort of other interns with the same start date and role responsibilities, with in-person and virtual networking opportunities throughout the summer.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibilities of this role, Crop Science Sales Intern, are to;

• Work alongside a mentor within a sales team to learn about and support the sales of Bayer's portfolio;
• Complete projects to deepen your knowledge of Bayer's products, bring a fresh perspective to key business imperatives, and present your findings at the end of the internship;
• Develop relationships with farmer customers and partners and learn how to effectively identify and meet their needs;
• Gain a well-rounded understanding of the agricultural industry, including market dynamics, customer needs, and Bayer's role in shaping sustainable agriculture;
• Develop skills and knowledge in sales, agronomy, business, digital acumen, networking, and related areas that support your long-term growth;
• Learn and build confidence in the sales process, including prospecting and cold calling, to help drive adoption of Bayer solutions;
• Focus on and develop in the following core competency areas; Customer Centricity, Product Portfolio and Agronomic Knowledge, and Data Analytics and Digital Tools.

WHO YOU ARE

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following;

• Pursuing at minimum a bachelor's degree;
• Passionate about the agricultural industry and passionate or curious about a career in sales;
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders;
• Self-motivated and proactive, taking initiative to meet goals with minimal supervision;
• Driven to meet the needs of farmer customers and committed to delivering solutions that create value;
• Proven leader and problem-solver, with a track record of taking ownership and driving results;
• Demonstrates the ability to prioritize and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment;
• Willingness and ability to relocate for the 12-week internship, typically to a rural area;
• Ability to travel and drive throughout the sales territory on a daily basis, with a company vehicle provided;
• Valid driver's license, with a driving record that meets company risk-screening guidelines for hiring drivers;
• Ability to safely lift a 60-pound bag of seed.

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