Marketplace Internship

Marketplace Internship

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Marketplace Internship

Looking for an internship that’s more than coffee runs and spreadsheets?  At FCS Financial, we’re all about making a real impact on our customers, our communities, and each other. If you’re ready to grow professionally, explore Missouri agriculture, and work with a team that feels like a family, we want to meet you!

 

About Us:  We’re proud to be part of the Farm Credit System, delivering financial services that fuel agriculture and rural communities.  Our culture is built on trust, respect, and a shared commitment to serving our member-owners across Missouri.

The 2026 Internship: Are you passionate about agriculture, rural communities, and helping people achieve their dreams? Join us for a 12-week internship experience that goes beyond the basics!   You’ll gain hands-on exposure to agriculture finance, build your network, and contribute to real business goals. 

We are hiring 3 interns – so bring your energy, curiosity, and drive!  

What You’ll Experience:

  • Shadow and work with professionals in the industry and learn how we build lasting customer relationships and maintain an image as Missouri’s leading ag finance institution.
  • Follow and learn the full lending journey from application to credit analysis, appraisal, and loan closing.
  • Experience the power of our “One Team” culture – where collaboration and shared goals drive our success.
  • Explore departments like Crop & Livestock Insurance, Accounting & Finance, Credit Services, Human Resources, Legal, Loan Services, Audit, Marketing, Title Services, and Information Services.
  • Meet our leadership including Executive and Senior leaders and our Board of Directors.
  • Own a project that aligns with our 2026 Business Objectives and adds real value 
  • Customize your path with mentorships in your area of interest during the last weeks of your internship.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Current college sophomore, junior, first semester senior, or graduate student. 
  • Majors in: Ag Business, Ag Econ, Animal Science, Agronomy, Ag Education, Ag Communications, General Ag, Business, Finance.
  • General knowledge of agriculture, rural communities, financial services, and FCS Financial.
  • GPA of 2.5 or higher
  • Strong work ethic, ability to travel, flexible, and collaborative
  • Great communication skills and comfort in Microsoft Office tools, with the ability to learn new software.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive Wage: Starting at $18.00/hour (subject to change)
  • Exposure to Missouri Agriculture: Travel expenses will be covered 
  • Professional Growth: Build skills and discover career paths. 
  • Networking Opportunities:  Connect with industry leaders and peers
  • Impact: Make a difference in Missouri’s ag community

Ready to Grow with Us?   This isn’t just an internship, it’s your first step toward a meaningful career in agriculture and finance.  Apply now and let’s build something together!  

This position is open until filled.

Marketplace Interns are assigned to one of our three teams in Missouri:    

  • Northern Missouri – Team #1
  • Central Missouri – Team #2
  • Southern Missouri – Team #3

This position is classified as Non-Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act. 

Department: Marketplace Services

Reports To: Senior Vice President, Human Resources or Designee

Supervises: None

Job Functions*

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50%

Internship Program – (12 Weeks)

  • Learn the components of the lending process
  • Learn credit fundamentals and credit philosophy
  • Learn the process of appraising real and chattel properties 
  • Learn the variety of risk management options offered by FCS Financial including crop, livestock, and life insurance. 

20%

Projects

  • Complete one or more projects identified by FCS that are hands-on in nature and designed to add value to the company.  
  • Presentations to the Board of Directors, senior leadership, mentors and other staff will be conducted towards the end of the internship.

20%

Communication

  • Work with several mentors within various areas of the Association.
  • Interact with FCS staff as a team member.

10%

Marketing

  • Learn about customer relationships and marketing and contribute to FCS image as the leading agriculture financial institution committed to customers.

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Other duties as assigned to meet the needs of the organization.

* Essential Functions for this position consist of all items listed under any category that make up 5% or more of the job duties.  This job description is subject to change without notice.

Minimum Qualifications

  • College sophomores, juniors, first semester seniors, or graduate students
  • Desired degree programs are Agricultural Business, Agricultural Economics, Animal Science, Agronomy, Agricultural Education, Agricultural Communications, General Agriculture, Business, Finance
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA

Required Knowledge and Skills

  • General knowledge of FCS Financial
  • General knowledge of the agricultural industry
  • General knowledge of agriculture/rural communities
  • General knowledge of financial services industry
  • General knowledge of basic financial/accounting terms and applications
  • Skill in using Microsoft technologies including email, word and spreadsheet processing
  • Oral and written communication skills sufficient to discuss a variety of job-related topics, and to effectively communicate complex topics to a variety of audiences
  • Responsible to appropriately protect the confidentiality, security, and integrity of the Association’s systems and data and clients’ data

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