Intern, Research & Development
Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC
Posted 14 Nov 2026, 05:27 ET
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
- SalesOperationsData analysisMarketingCustomer serviceMicrosoft Office
- Work
- On-site in Memphis · internship
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Operations32%Data analysis19%Marketing11%Sales10%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 14, 2026 · still open
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About Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC
Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC is a leading full-service agronomic solutions provider established in 1957, with over 450 locations nationwide and more than 6,000 employees. The company is involved in product development, sales, operations, precision technology, and manufacturing.
About the Role
Research and Development Interns at Helena Products Group (HPG) will assist the Technical Development Manager team with field research initiatives to support Helena brands. This includes supporting Helena Field Day activities, working with Marketing Services for trial branding, trial implementation, field trial visits, and data analysis. The internship provides an understanding of Helena's product development and processes in the agriculture and professional sectors.
Key Responsibilities
- Works on assigned projects independently and as a team member.
- Assists R&D Personnel in designing and implementing a strategy for a successful Helena Field Day.
- Develops protocols for product testing, including field plots, commercial use, and cooperative testing within the assigned area.
- Collects, compiles, analyzes, and compares data from trials.
- Communicates results of testing and development to appropriate R&D Personnel.
- Completes weekly intern challenges for insight into Helena and the industry.
- Participates in weekly Research and Development team meetings.
- Prepares and delivers a final project and presentation to HPG leadership.
- Provides excellent customer service to all internal and external customers.
- Performs other work-related duties as assigned by a leader.
- Maintains reliable and regular attendance.
- Follows all company policies and procedures.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Organizational skills.
- Ability to read, write, and speak in English.
- Communicating in Spanish is a valuable skill.
Qualifications
- Must be currently pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree in an agriculture-related field such as:
- Crop science
- Soil science
- Agronomy
- Plant pathology
- Entomology
- Weed science
Successful completion of a drug test and background check is required.
Work Environment & Physical Aspects
The work environment includes an office setting and outdoors in various weather conditions. Outdoor work may involve exposure to fumes, airborne particles, chemical and biological hazards, vibrations, and risk of electrical shock.
Physical requirements include:
- Using hands for various tasks.
- Talking and hearing.
- Walking and standing for extended periods (8 hours a day or more).
- Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling (up to and including 50lbs or more).
- Reaching overhead (up to and including 25lbs).
- Climbing.
- Gripping, grasping, and twisting using hands and wrists.
- Bending and stooping for long periods.
- Working below knee levels for short periods.
- Working above shoulder levels for short periods.