Intern - Agronomy Student Coordinator

Keystone Cooperative, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts & perks

Job summary

Keystone Cooperative, Inc. seeks an Agronomy Student Coordinator to lead a team of Crop Technician Interns, review scouting reports, provide diagnostic field support, and assist with intern education during the season.

Role requires 100% travel in territory, with 60% in office and 40% in training/fields. Flexible schedule and weekly development activities are included; a comprehensive benefits package is offered to support health, financial security, and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in accredited college or university.
• Must have previous scouting experience.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Review scouting reports for accuracy on observations (weeds, diseases, insects, growth, stand counts, deficiencies).
• Provide agronomic and technical diagnostic support to interns remotely and on-site.
• Travel 100% across territory; 60% in office, 40% in training/fields.
• Participate in weekly check-ins and intern events; support special projects with Ag Tech Leads.

Skills

Outdoor work

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Scouting experience

Valid driver’s license

GPS software

Field equipment usage

Education

Currently enrolled in accredited college/university

Tools

GPS software

Laptop

iPad

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.

Company Culture

At Keystone Cooperative, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance.

• Health & Wellness: Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus wellness programs to keep you feeling your best.
• Financial Security: Competitive 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off: Generous time off with pay to recharge and spend with loved ones.
• Career Growth: Training, development opportunities, and tuition assistance to help you reach your goals.
• Employee Discounts & Perks: Exclusive savings and programs to make life outside of work even better.

Join a team that invests in you—personally and professionally!

Keystone Cooperative, Inc. is a 100% farmer-owned cooperative serving customers across Indiana, Ohio, Michigan and Illinois. Centered on the valued relationships that have built and grew the cooperative for 100 years, Keystone specializes in energy, agronomy, grain, animal nutrition, and swine production. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Keystone serves as a center point in local family farms and rural communities, ensuring today's successes and securing tomorrow's opportunities.