Field Agronomy Intern: Crop Health & IPM Field Scout

AgVantage FS; Garner (IA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

AgVantage FS in Iowa offers an Agronomy Intern role focused on field inspections, crop health monitoring, and hands-on agronomy experience. You will gain exposure to field research, equipment operation, and customer interaction while supporting agronomy specialists and local teams.

The internship emphasizes learning through training, safety, and collaboration with experienced professionals in a cooperative environment within the GROWMARK System.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; basic knowledge of production agriculture.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record; ability to travel.
• Occasionally exposed to extreme weather; able to lift 51–70 pounds.
• Able to walk crop fields and conduct visual crop inspections.
• Willingness to participate in required training.

Responsibilities

• Operate field research and crop monitoring equipment.
• Assist with facility and equipment maintenance and repair.
• Visit AgVantage FS locations and customers to build professional relationships.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Customer focus

Decision making

Skill development

Education

Pursuing degree in Agriculture

Tools

GPS technology

IPM techniques

Field research equipment

Job description

AgVantage FS in Iowa offers an Agronomy Intern role focused on field inspections, crop health monitoring, and hands-on agronomy experience. You will gain exposure to field research, equipment operation, and customer interaction while supporting agronomy specialists and local teams.

The internship emphasizes learning through training, safety, and collaboration with experienced professionals in a cooperative environment within the GROWMARK System.