MiField Agronomy Intern: Field Data & Drone Trials

South Central FS, Inc.; Stewardson (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Job summary

South Central FS, Inc. in Stewardson, IL seeks a MiField Agronomy Intern to translate data and observations into actionable insights under the Area Agronomy Manager.

You will inspect customer crop fields, analyze MiField imagery, and support agronomy technology functions to drive farmer value. This hands-on internship offers opportunities to work with FS Crop Specialists, the Precision Ag department, and gain direct interaction with grower customers, with hands-on skill development in precision

Qualifications

• Normally requires at least one year of college experience in an ag-related degree program.
• Valid Driver’s License is required.
• Ability to work extended hours when needed.

Responsibilities

• Work with crop specialist on utilizing MiField technology, and discuss and deliver results with recommendations to customers.
• Operate field research and crop monitoring equipment and technology.
• Monitor trials weekly and perform in-season assessments.
• Complete tissue sampling of trial fields and others as needed.
• Utilize drone and satellite imagery to collect data.
• Successfully adhere to safety rules and company policies and procedures.

Skills

Data analysis

Field observations

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

One year of college in ag-related degree

Tools

MiField technology

Drone imagery

Satellite imagery

Job description

South Central FS, Inc. in Stewardson, IL seeks a MiField Agronomy Intern to translate data and observations into actionable insights under the Area Agronomy Manager.

You will inspect customer crop fields, analyze MiField imagery, and support agronomy technology functions to drive farmer value. This hands-on internship offers opportunities to work with FS Crop Specialists, the Precision Ag department, and gain direct interaction with grower customers, with hands-on skill development in precision