Intern - Commodity Risk Management Location: Kansas City, MO Job Code: HCR# Description Position Purpose: Interns are responsible for maintaining satisfied clients by delivering assistance and support to the Brokers and Risk Management Consultants they are assigned to on various projects. Primary Accountabilities/Responsibilities: Begins to develop a current knowledge of futures, options, and OTC products that pertain to the department they are assigned to Keeps abreast of new developments in the markets Maintains a satisfied level of customer service with clients both internal and external. Properly handles client requests through responsiveness, follow-up and escalation to a more senior team member if necessary. Work with brokers to learn the cash grain brokerage process to gain an understanding of the flows of grain in our customers' area and counter party participants Works proactively with other team members Maintains prompt and regular attendance This list of responsibilities may not be all-inclusive and can be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as needed. Job Requirements: Prefer candidates with a minimum of 2 years completion of college coursework Agribusiness, Business, Economics, or Finance majors preferred Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and e-mail Strong interpersonal skills, able to comfortably and pleasantly deal with a variety of people Strong customer skills Ability to correctly make decisions involving client issues/problems including when to escalate the problem to a more senior consultant Exceptional written and oral communication skills Excellent organizational and planning skills Ability to effectively learn and acquire new knowledge and skills Ability to share knowledge and work in a strong team oriented environment Strong work ethic and emphasis on attention to details Must be authorized to work in the US for any employer Physical requirements/Working conditions: Dynamic, time-sensitive environment Minimal physical requirements other than occasional light lifting of boxed materials Climate controlled office environment We encourage applicants of all ages and experience, as we do not discriminate on the basis of the applicant's age.