Crop Scout Intern: Field Agronomy & Data

Iowa Ag; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 24,797,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa Ag is seeking a Crop Scout Intern to join our agronomy team. You will work with seasoned professionals in the field to identify weeds, diseases, and pests, and assist in soil and tissue sampling as well as data collection.

You'll gain practical experience in crop protection, nutrient products, and precision farming technology while developing communication skills and problem-solving abilities in a hands-on summer program.

Qualifications

• Attentive to details, self-motivated and able to work without direct supervision.
• Reacts well under pressure and treats others with respect and courtesy.
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds frequently, climb in/out of equipment, walk on uneven ground, and work outside in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Work with company agronomists using crop protection and nutrient products and precision farming technology.
• Conduct regular field scouting to monitor crop health and growth stages.
• Collect, record and report data on plant population, emergence, and nutrient deficiencies.
• Assist with field trials, soil and tissue sampling.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to the agronomy team.
• Complete an intern capstone project and maintain accurate records using ScoutPro.

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Work without supervision

Communication

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Drug screen/background check

Education

Associate or Bachelor's in agriculture

Tools

ScoutPro application

Job description

Iowa Ag is seeking a Crop Scout Intern to join our agronomy team. You will work with seasoned professionals in the field to identify weeds, diseases, and pests, and assist in soil and tissue sampling as well as data collection.

You'll gain practical experience in crop protection, nutrient products, and precision farming technology while developing communication skills and problem-solving abilities in a hands-on summer program.