Economist Intern
Farm Credit of Central Florida

Job Info

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Are you ready for an internship that will make a difference? As a Farm Credit team member, you will be a part of a cooperative that helps Florida farmers and ranchers with the necessary funding to provide the world with a stable, healthy, and sustainable food supply. We recognize the vitality of Florida agriculture and take pride in serving as a resource to rural America. To ensure the continuity of this resource, it takes a staff with a diverse array of expertise. Our employees come from all walks of life, all around the world. Many of our employees started their careers with no agricultural background, while others are deeply rooted in the industry. Regardless of where your career has taken you, Farm Credit of Central Florida will provide you with the opportunities, tools, and resources to take you to where you want to go.

Farm Credit of Central Florida supports rural communities and agriculture in 13 central Florida counties including, Polk, Citrus, Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando, Hillsborough, Lake, Sumter, Osceola, Orange, Seminole, Volusia and Brevard. Part of the nationwide Farm Credit System, the association loans funds for agricultural purposes, makes residential loans, originates leases, and sells crop insurance. Over 1,200 borrowers have chosen Farm Credit of Central Florida as their lender of choice. Farm Credit of Central Florida provides over $1 billion in originated loans and other financial services to its member-borrowers.

Project:

The intern will primarily work on an agricultural industry research project. The project will involve the compilation of existing member level data, USDA data and other sources as appropriate. Additionally, research and compilation of data on production and consumption trends across the US and internationally (primarily Mexico). Types of data to be collected include: acres of production, pricing per flat/acre/pound/carton, expenses per acre, land values, production trends, consumption trends etc. Data will be utilized to produce a report for distribution to existing membership and industry participants

Time Commitment:

10-15 hours per week for up to 16 weeks

Qualifications:

Masters, Senior or Junior level student with a background in economics, research, or data analytics.

Requirements:

Strong analytical skills

Excellent written communication skills

Ability to effectively utilize Microsoft Excel and/or Access to collect data

Attention to details

Able to effectively plan and manage one's own time

ABOUT US

Thank you for your interest in Farm Credit of Central Florida. Are you ready for a career that will make a difference? As a Farm Credit team member, you will be a part of a cooperative that helps Florida farmers and ranchers with the necessary funding to provide the world with a stable, healthy, and sustainable food supply. We recognize the vitality of Florida agriculture and take pride in serving as a resource to rural America. To ensure the continuity of this resource, it takes a staff with a diverse array of expertise. Our employees come from all walks of life, all around the world. Many of our employees started their career with no agricultural background, while others are deeply rooted in the industry. Regardless of where your career has taken you, Farm Credit of Central Florida will provide you with the opportunities, tools, and resources to take you to where you want to go.

Why work for Farm Credit of Central Florida?

• Meaningful career
• Competitive compensation with paid time off, holidays, and volunteer time
• Performance based incentive plan
• Excellent benefits program
• Generous 401(k) matching contributions, as well as additional employer contributions.
• Training and development opportunities
• Advancement opportunity through internal postings
• Salary commensurate with experience
• Education reimbursement for approved higher education pursuits.
• A wellness program for employees, which includes gym reimbursement and resources for a healthier lifestyle.
• Equal Opportunity Employer

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