Feed Sales Intern – Dairy

Feed Sales Intern – Dairy

Position Summary:

As a Purina Feed Sales Intern, you will be employed by Land O’Lakes, Inc.

and placed with a participating Purina Animal Nutrition dealer or cooperative.

You’ll work alongside sales representatives and the Purina team to gain hands-on experience in feed sales, customer engagement, and dealer operations.

Internship placements are available across multiple regions of the U.S., with species-specific sales tracks such as Adult Dairy, Young Animal Dairy, Beef, Equine, and Lifestyle species. Interns will be provided with training through Purina Animal Nutrition, and the working location is dependent on those of our dealers. 

Internship Duration:
May – August 2026 (flexible start and end dates)

Dairy-Focused Internships Locations May Include:


* Houston, MN


* Sterling, OH

Internship Duties:


* SALES STRATEGY & EXECUTION – Interns will lead targeted summer sales initiatives designed to expand Purina’s reach and impact in local markets.

These projects may include launching feed trials, build prospect pipelines, and driving adoption of species-specific nutrition solutions.


* CUSTOMER INSIGHTS & FIELD ENGAGEMENT – Through farm visits and market surveys, interns will gather firsthand insights into producer needs and challenges.

They’ll apply this knowledge to recommend tailored feed programs and follow through with measurable solutions.


* MARKET INTELLIGENCE & GROWTH PLANNING – Interns will analyze customer data, identify growth opportunities, and support territory development strategies.

This includes mapping competitive landscapes and assisting dealers in refining their outreach.


* EVENTS & COMMUNITY ACTIVATION – Interns will plan and execute producer-facing events such as appreciation days, educational clinics, and open houses.

These experiences are designed to deepen customer relationships and showcase Purina’s value.


* RETAIL EXPERIENCE & SALES SKILLS DEVELOPMENT – Interns will gain exposure to the daily operations of farm supply dealers, supporting in-store merchandising, customer service, and feed order management.

They’ll build foundational selling skills and learn how to navigate both walk-in and phone-in customer interactions.

 

Program Structure & Support:


* Interns are Land O’Lakes employees and receive training, mentorship, and support from Purina Animal Nutrition experts.


* Placement is determined by our participating dealer/co-op locations.


* Interns spend majority of their time on sales activities, with structured projects designed to support business growth and talent evaluation.

Competencies and Qualifications:


* Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Agriculture, Agribusiness, or related field (Sophomore, Junior, or Senior status preferred).


* Demonstrated leadership in school, academic, and industry related clubs


* Ability to lift 50 lbs.

and work in farm environments.


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