Intern - Agronomy Student Coordinator

Keystone Cooperative; Crawfordsville (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly wage

Mileage reimbursement

Drone license education and exam fee

Intern incentives/awards

Job summary

Keystone Cooperative is seeking an Agronomy Student Coordinator to lead a team of Crop Technician Interns. You will review scouting reports, provide diagnostic support, and travel across the territory while supporting interns and attending weekly check-ins.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in an accredited college, comfortable outdoors in all weather, and ready to collaborate with Ag Tech Leads on special projects. A valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle are required.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in college/university while participating in internship.
• Willingness to travel 100% within territory.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Strong organizational and quick-learning abilities.
• Reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Review scouting reports for accuracy (weeds, disease, insects, growth, nutrients).
• Provide agronomic/diagnostic support to interns remotely and in person.
• Coordinate with Ag Tech Leads on projects and events.
• Attend weekly check-ins and intern events.
• Travel within the territory for field work and training.

Skills

Outdoors work

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Scouting experience

Valid driver’s license

GPS software

Laptop / iPad usage

Education

Currently enrolled in accredited college/university

Tools

GPS software

Laptop

iPad

Field equipment

Job description

Job Description

Position Overview: Agronomy Student Coordinators manage a team of regional Crop Technician Interns. Management duties include reviewing scouting reports, providing diagnostic field support, weekly dispatch of fields, and educating scouts throughout internship season. Other duties include working with Ag Tech Leads on special projects and attending weekly check-in meetings.

Duties and Responsibilities

Include but are not limited to

• Review scouting reports to ensure accuracy of weed/disease/insect observations, growth staging, stand counts, nutrient deficiencies, and other field anomalies. This also includes grammatical accuracy.
• Report observations to Ag Tech Leads.
• Provide agronomic and technical diagnostic support to interns remotely and directly.
• Work with Ag Tech Leads on special projects throughout summer.
• Attend specialized intern events as scheduled.
• Scout fields as necessary to assist with acre completion each week.
• 100% travel in territory.
• 60% in office, 40% in training/tours/fields.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Weekly professional development activities.

Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods of time and under all weather conditions.
• Above average organizational skills, ability to understand new concepts, and learn quickly.
• Complete work with little to no supervision in a timely manner; self-motivated.
• Students with previous scouting experience required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and reliable vehicle.
• Ability to use laptop, iPad, GPS software, and field equipment.

Compensation

• Hourly (competitive wage).
• Mileage Reimbursement following IRS Standard Rate.
• Drone license education and exam fee reimbursement.
• Incentives/awards for interns who complete internship.

Education and Experience

• Currently enrolled in accredited college or university.