Crop Scout Intern: Field IPM & Ag Tech Experience

Prairieland FS, Inc.; Houstonia (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Hands-on field experience

Job summary

Prairieland FS, Inc. in Houstonia, MO invites students to join a Crop Scout Student Internship for the 2027 season.

You’ll gain hands-on field experience by inspecting crops with IPM techniques and GPS, and you’ll work alongside agronomy specialists to learn yield-limiting factors. You’ll record findings in the MyFS Agronomy App, interact with farmers, and attend training sessions to broaden your practical knowledge of production agriculture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent) required; ag background preferred.
• Strong interest in production agriculture and crop management.
• Ability to walk fields and work outdoors in varying conditions.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect crop fields using IPM techniques and GPS technology.
• Identify weeds, insects, diseases, and other yield-limiting threats.
• Use the MyFS Agronomy App to record findings and share reports.
• Work alongside agronomy specialists and interact directly with farmers.
• Gain exposure to agricultural retail operations and attend training sessions.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MyFS Agronomy App

Job description

Prairieland FS, Inc. in Houstonia, MO invites students to join a Crop Scout Student Internship for the 2027 season.

You’ll gain hands-on field experience by inspecting crops with IPM techniques and GPS, and you’ll work alongside agronomy specialists to learn yield-limiting factors. You’ll record findings in the MyFS Agronomy App, interact with farmers, and attend training sessions to broaden your practical knowledge of production agriculture.