Crop Technician Intern: Field Diagnostics & UAV Data

Keystone Cooperative; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Keystone Cooperative in Rochester, NY is offering a Crop Technician Intern position to support crop diagnostics through the growing season. You will scout fields, collect tissue samples, perform soil moisture probing, and assist with UAV flights.

The role emphasizes hands-on field work, travel within the territory, and learning from the Ag Tech team. Current students in agronomy or related fields with a valid driver's license are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in accredited college or university.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and reliable vehicle.
• Agronomy students preferred, however any student with a genuine interest in working in the agricultural/agronomy field is considered.
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods of time and under all weather conditions.
• Ability to use an iPad, GPS software, and field equipment.

Responsibilities

• Scouting fields and reporting observations to Ag Tech team.
• UAV flights: utilize drones to make aerial observations, produce imagery, and collect data.
• Tissue sampling and soil moisture probing in designated fields.
• Soil sampling and field sign management.
• 100% travel in territory; 75% in fields, 25% in training/tours/events.
• Weekly professional development activities.

Skills

Outdoor endurance

Organizational skills

Self-motivation

Agronomy interest

Driver's license

Data collection

Education

Currently enrolled in accredited college/university

Tools

iPad

GPS software

Field equipment

Job description

Keystone Cooperative in Rochester, NY is offering a Crop Technician Intern position to support crop diagnostics through the growing season. You will scout fields, collect tissue samples, perform soil moisture probing, and assist with UAV flights.

The role emphasizes hands-on field work, travel within the territory, and learning from the Ag Tech team. Current students in agronomy or related fields with a valid driver's license are encouraged to apply.