Intern - Crop Technician

Keystone Cooperative, Inc.; Coldwater (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Keystone Cooperative, Inc. in Coldwater, MI is seeking a Crop Technician Intern for the growing season. The role covers scouting fields, collecting tissue samples, conducting soil moisture probes, performing UAV flights, and assisting with field signs to support timely, informed crop decisions.

This part-time internship requires outdoor work, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to learn quickly with minimal supervision. Agronomy students are favored; travel is 100% within the territory.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in accredited college or university.
• Agronomy students preferred; any student with an interest in agronomy considered.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Scout fields and create reports identifying weeds, insects, diseases, growth stages and anomalies.
• Perform UAV flights to observe fields, produce imagery, collect data.
• Collect tissue samples and prepare for testing; perform soil moisture probing.
• Organize, place and remove field signs; travel 100% within territory.

Skills

Outdoor work

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Driver's license

GPS/iPad use

Education

Agronomy student

Tools

Drone

GPS software

Job description

## Intern - Crop TechnicianApply: Coldwater, MI: Part time: Posted Today: JR103603**Job Description****Position Overview**: Crop Technician Interns perform various crop diagnostic jobs throughout the growing season. These activities include but are not limited to scouting fields, collecting tissue samples, soil moisture probing, soil sampling, performing UAV flights, and assisting with field signs. Crop Technician Interns play an important role in the services offered by Keystone Cooperative to make timely, informed, and economic decisions. **Duties and Responsibilities**: Include but are not limited to* Scouting: Create scouting reports that identify weeds, insects, diseases, growth stages, stand counts, and any other field anomalies. Report observations back to Ag Tech team.* UAV Flights: Utilize drones to make aerial observations, produce imagery, and collect data.* Tissue Sampling: Collect corn or soybean tissue and prepare for testing.* Soil Moisture Probing: Perform soil moisture tests in designated fields and report data back to Ag Tech team. Install moisture monitoring equipment used to make watering recommendation on irrigated field.* Soil Sampling: Soil nitrate sample collection used to monitor in-season nutrient availability.* Field Signs: Organize, place, and remove field signs.* 100% travel in territory.* 75% in fields, 25% in training/tours/events.* 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 or no supervision in a timely manner; self-motivated.* Agronomy students preferred, however any student with a genuine interest in working in the agricultural/agronomy field is considered.* Must have a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and reliable vehicle.* Ability to use an 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.### Why Join Keystone Cooperative?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. Our offerings include:* **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!