2027 Summer Internship Program

AgWest Farm Credit is a member-owned financial cooperative that provides financing and related services to farmers, ranchers, agribusinesses, commercial fishermen, timber producers, rural homeowners and crop insurance customers in a seven-state territory in the Western United States. AgWest is part of the 100+ year-old Farm Credit System – the leading provider of credit to American agriculture. AgWest champions the growth and advancement of agriculture, the value of rural communities, and the vital contribution our customers make to the economy and society. We serve customers in 59 locations throughout the West. We are in search of current college students who are interested in exploring a career in the financial services industry. Our internship program is designed to provide a realistic job preview and insights to the career opportunities and potential that exists at AgWest, primarily in the areas of credit/lending, crop insurance, country home lending, and appraisal. Interns are assigned a designated coach, an individual research project, and a formal learning guide, exposing them to a variety of positions and areas of our business. Final interviews will take place October through November 2026. AgWest internships are full-time and generally last for 10 - 12 weeks from approximately June through August. Compensation Information $22.00 per hour Interns who need to secure temporary housing (due to the location of their internship) will receive an additional housing stipend. Minimum Qualifications Current pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, ag economics, ag business, or related field Preference for Juniors (expected graduation no later than Spring 2028) Coursework related to at least one of the following: ag business, finance, accounting, economics, farm and ranch management, business management, marketing, and related courses Strong communication, analytical and computer skills, and teamwork demonstrated through involvement in extracurricular activities and / or outside work experience An agricultural background is desirable, but not a requirement Internship Locations Safford, Tempe, and Yuma, Arizona Dinuba, Hanford, Imperial, Paso Robles and Tulare, California Idaho Falls, Nampa, and Twin Falls, Idaho Bozeman and Great Falls, Montana Junction City, Ontario, Pendleton and Salem, Oregon Burlington, Moses Lake, Pasco, Seattle, and Spokane, Washington Application Requirements Completion of the online job application which includes submitting transcripts (unofficial are okay). Cover letters are recommended, though not required. If hired, you will be required to provide proof of authorization to work in the United States. Applicants and employees will not be sponsored for work authorization, including but not limited to H-1B, OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, or STEM. Job level and starting annual salary will be based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience,…