Agronomy Field Intern: Drone Scout & Crop Diagnostics

Keystone Cooperative, Inc.; West Point (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Keystone Cooperative, Inc. in Indiana is seeking a Crop Technician Intern to support field diagnostics during the growing season.

You will scout fields, collect tissue and soil samples, perform UAV flights, and assist with data-driven decisions for irrigation and nutrient management. This internship involves 100% territory travel, 75% field work and 25% training or events, with a flexible schedule and opportunities for weekly professional development.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Agronomy students preferred; others with interest in agriculture considered.
• Own reliable transportation or vehicle.
• Able to use an iPad, GPS software and field equipment.

Responsibilities

• Scout fields and create reports noting weeds, insects, diseases, growth stages, stand counts, and anomalies.
• Report observations to the Ag Tech team.
• Conduct UAV flights to observe fields and collect data.
• Collect corn or soybean tissue samples and prepare for testing.
• Perform soil moisture probing and report results.
• Collect soil samples for in-season nutrient monitoring.
• Organize, place, and remove field signs.
• Travel 100% within territory.
• 75% field work, 25% training/tours/events.
• Participate in weekly professional development activities.

Skills

Outdoor work endurance

Organizational skills

Self-motivation

Agronomy student preference

Driver's license

GPS software familiarity

Education

Currently enrolled in accredited college/university

Tools

GPS software

Field equipment

iPad

Job description

Keystone Cooperative, Inc. in Indiana is seeking a Crop Technician Intern to support field diagnostics during the growing season.

You will scout fields, collect tissue and soil samples, perform UAV flights, and assist with data-driven decisions for irrigation and nutrient management. This internship involves 100% territory travel, 75% field work and 25% training or events, with a flexible schedule and opportunities for weekly professional development.