Field Agronomy Intern: IPM & GPS Field Inspections

New Century FS, Inc.; Melbourne (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

New Century FS, headquartered in Ames, Iowa, seeks an Agronomy Field Inspector to perform regular crop field inspections, document findings, and provide reports to agronomy specialists and customers. You will use IPM techniques and GPS to identify weeds, pests, and diseases, and support with on-site field activities.

This role requires a high school diploma, willingness to travel, and the ability to work in variable weather while maintaining safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and basic understanding of production agriculture.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and customer focus.

Responsibilities

• Perform agronomy field inspections and monitor crop health.
• Assist with facility and equipment maintenance and repair.
• Drive company vehicle to designated field locations.
• Inspect fields using IPM and GPS to identify threats.
• Document findings and provide inspection reports to agronomy specialist.
• Discuss results with agronomy staff and customers to add value.
• Attend technical trainings and meetings.
• Support other agricultural retail duties as time allows.

Skills

Business knowledge

Collaboration

Communication

Customer focus

Decision making

Skill development

Education

High school diploma

Job description

New Century FS, headquartered in Ames, Iowa, seeks an Agronomy Field Inspector to perform regular crop field inspections, document findings, and provide reports to agronomy specialists and customers. You will use IPM techniques and GPS to identify weeds, pests, and diseases, and support with on-site field activities.

This role requires a high school diploma, willingness to travel, and the ability to work in variable weather while maintaining safety standards.