Associate Pathway Internship
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FCS Financial, ACA
Jefferson City, MO, US
Summary
The intern will gain hands-on experience in agricultural finance by shadowing professionals and contributing to meaningful projects across various departments. They will also participate in team collaborations and present project outcomes to senior leadership.
Job Description
Associate Pathway Internship
Hands on Experience in the Agricultural Industry
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 gain practical skills, 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: Join us for a 12-week internship experience designed for technical/trade school students! You’ll gain real world exposure to agricultural finance, learn technical processes, and contribute to meaningful projects that support Missouri’s ag industry.
We are hiring 1 intern – so bring your energy, curiosity, and drive!
What You’ll Experience:
- Hands on Learning: Shadow professionals and learn how we build lasting customer relationships.
- Practical Application: Apply the skills you have learned in school to real projects.
- Experience the power of our “One Team” culture – where collaboration and shared goals drive our success.
- Explore Technical Areas: Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Credit, Loan Services, and Information Services.
- Meet our Senior Leadership Team and gain insight into career paths.
- Own a project: Work on hands-on projects that align with our 2026 Business Objectives and adds real value to the association.
- Customize your path with mentorships in your area of interest during your of your internship.
What We’re Looking For:
- Currently enrolled in or graduated from a technical or trade or school program pursuing an Associate degree or equivalent certification.
- Majors in: Ag Business, General Business, Finance, and Technology.
- GPA of 2.5 or higher
- Strong work ethic, hands-on experience, flexibility, and collaboration skills
- Great communication skills and comfort in Microsoft Office tools, with the ability to learn new software.
What We Offer:
- Competitive Wage: Starting at $20.00/hour (subject to change)
- Exposure to Missouri Agriculture: Travel expenses will be covered
- Professional Growth: Build technical and career-ready skills
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry leaders and peers
- Knowledge: If you don’t know much about agriculture or are new to it, we will teach you what you need to know
- 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 financial services. Apply now and let’s build something together!
This position is open until filled.
This internship opportunity will be located in Jefferson City, Missouri.
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
This 12-Week Internship opportunity typically begins towards the end of May and will conclude the second week of August.
Job Functions*
|
Percentage |
Job Functions |
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50% |
Internship Program – Focused in one area (10-12 Weeks)
|
|
20% |
Projects
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|
20% |
Communication
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10% |
Marketing
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|
n/a |
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
- Currently enrolled in or graduated from a technical or trade school pursuing an Associate or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent certification.
- Desired degree programs are agribusiness, general business, finance, accounting and technology degrees
- Minimum 2.5 GPA
Required Knowledge and Skills
- General knowledge of FCS Financialand the financial services industry
- General knowledge of basic financial/accounting terms and applications
- Skill in using Microsoft technologies including e‐mail, word and spreadsheet processing
- Verbal 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
We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please click here.
FCS Financial is dedicated to supporting agriculture and rural communities. Currently we serve nearly 14,000 qualified member-owners in Missouri. We provide loans, leases and related services to farmers, ranchers, rural homeowners, aquatic producers, timber harvesters, agribusinesses, and agricultural and rural utility cooperatives. FCS Financial is a member of the Farm Credit System. Established in 1916 by Congress, the System provides more than one third of the credit needed by those who live and work in rural America. With more than 100 years of agricultural lending experience, the Farm Credit System is the largest single provider of agricultural credit in the United States.
Our loan officers are part of our customer's team focused on giving them the best service through customizing the right product mix for them. Our staff are committed to finding the best solutions because we are our customer's neighbors and we want to see them succeed and prosper. Here at FCS Financial, we strive to provide our customers with a loan product customized to their needs and business.
As a cooperative, FCS Financial offers our member owners a variety of benefits that aren’t found at other lending institutions. We provide discounts to major retail stores and our members may receive a patronage check at the conclusion of the business year. When FCS Financial is successful, patronage allows us to share that success with our member owners.
We are committed to seeing rural Missouri prosper and grow because of this commitment our staff are involved in your communities. Staff members serve on many local committees and fair boards. They also provide assistance to local 4-H and FFA groups by providing educational programs or paper goods for events.
As you can see, FCS Financial is more than just a financial institution, we are a part of rural Missouri and are dedicated to working for our customers.
Founded
1916
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Financial Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Jefferson City, MO
FCS Financial is dedicated to supporting agriculture and rural communities. Currently we serve nearly 14,000 qualified member-owners in Missouri. We provide loans, leases and related services to farmers, ranchers, rural homeowners, aquatic producers, timber harvesters, agribusinesses, and agricultural and rural utility cooperatives. FCS Financial is a member of the Farm Credit System. Established in 1916 by Congress, the System provides more than one third of the credit needed by those who live and work in rural America. With more than 100 years of agricultural lending experience, the Farm Credit System is the largest single provider of agricultural credit in the United States.
Our loan officers are part of our customer's team focused on giving them the best service through customizing the right product mix for them. Our staff are committed to finding the best solutions because we are our customer's neighbors and we want to see them succeed and prosper. Here at FCS Financial, we strive to provide our customers with a loan product customized to their needs and business.
As a cooperative, FCS Financial offers our member owners a variety of benefits that aren’t found at other lending institutions. We provide discounts to major retail stores and our members may receive a patronage check at the conclusion of the business year. When FCS Financial is successful, patronage allows us to share that success with our member owners.
We are committed to seeing rural Missouri prosper and grow because of this commitment our staff are involved in your communities. Staff members serve on many local committees and fair boards. They also provide assistance to local 4-H and FFA groups by providing educational programs or paper goods for events.
As you can see, FCS Financial is more than just a financial institution, we are a part of rural Missouri and are dedicated to working for our customers.
Founded
1916
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Financial Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Jefferson City, MO
