Intern - Agronomy Student Coordinator

Keystone Cooperative, Inc.; Indiana; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Drone license education reimbursement

Intern incentives/awards

Job summary

Keystone Cooperative, Inc. seeks an Agronomy Student Coordinator to lead a team of Crop Technician Interns, review scouting reports, and provide diagnostic support across the territory.

The role includes collaboration with Ag Tech Leads on special projects and weekly check-ins, with a 60/40 split between office and field activities. The position requires current enrollment in a college or university and prior scouting experience, with a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle for 100%

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in accredited college or university.
• Scouting experience required.
• Students with previous scouting experience required.

Responsibilities

• Review scouting reports for accuracy of observations and field notes.
• Provide agronomic and technical diagnostic support to interns remotely and in-person.
• Coordinate weekly field dispatches and participate in summer projects with Ag Tech Leads.
• Attend intern events and support field tours as scheduled.
• Travel 100% within the territory; work 60% in office and 40% in the field/training.

Skills

Outdoor work

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Scouting experience

Driver's license

Reliable vehicle

Education

Currently enrolled in accredited college or 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.