Human Resources Intern - Summer '26

Investing in You, join a 100-year-old, family-owned leader in Ag – and grow with us!

Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

“We know the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply — we’d love to hear from you.”

Are you looking for an internship in the Human Resources to kick off your career? Have you been on the hunt for a company with brilliant minds, endless learning opportunities, and 100+ years of legacy? Are you interested in gaining professional experience in agriculture during a 12-16-week program?

Come work for Wilbur-Ellis, a company where many senior leaders started their careers in your very shoes. Make a difference, work with the best, and grow with us!
 

About the PLOT Program

Our 12-week PLOT Internship Program gives you the opportunity to gain hands-on HR experience while focusing on a key project for the team. You'll conduct in-depth research, apply your skills, and present your findings directly to leadership. You will get to connect with interns in other areas of the business, and attend learning sessions to grow you as a student and employee. This is more than just an internship—it’s your chance to make a real impact, build industry knowledge, and sharpen your abilities in a dynamic, results-driven environment. Successful completion of the PLOT program can also earn you a scholarship between $1,000 and $3,000!

What will I be working on?

As a Wilbur-Ellis Human Resources Intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience in Talent, HRIS, and Learning & Development while exploring different aspects of Recruiting and other HR functions. You’ll play a critical role in supporting our initiatives by researching, mapping, and creating resources that drive employee engagement.

This internship offers a chance to share your creative, new ideas, contribute to meaningful projects, and make a real impact. At the end of your internship, you’ll have the opportunity to present your projects, experiences, and recommendations to our leadership team.
What should I bring to the table?  

We understand that as an intern, you may not have years of experience under your belt – and that’s okay! We’re looking for a college student majoring in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Ag Business, Agriculture, or a related field. A passion for helping people grow or learning & development is a huge plus!
 

The ideal candidate will have:

• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal with confidence in presenting ideas.
• Organization & time management – the ability to balance multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Creative thinking & problem-solving - excited to bring new ideas to career development initiatives.
• Collaboration & adaptability – ability to work independently while engaging with different teams.
   

​We want to help you grow – and we’re excited to learn from you, too!
 

Compensation and Benefits:
In compliance with all states and cities requiring transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position ranges from $18.44 to $23.67 per hour.  Note that wages may vary based on location, skills, and experience. 

Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy-in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility.

Wilbur-Ellis is a company you can be proud to call your employer

Wilbur-Ellis markets and distributes agricultural products, animal feed specialty chemicals, and food ingredients. A privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia-Pacific.

Wilbur-Ellis is for and about people

Wilbur-Ellis has enjoyed over 100 years of success and growth, all thanks to our people. Our employees are both leaders and team players who thrive on creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a dedication to quality work, our customers, and each other.

Wilbur-Ellis invests in the industry’s best workforce

Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

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