Paid Farm Research Intern - May–Aug 2027 (Housing Stipend)

Beck'S Superior Hybrids; Effingham (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Job summary

Beck's Hybrids is offering a Practical Farm Research Internship in Effingham, IL for a part-time period from May through August 2027. The role involves hands-on learning across planting, data collection, plot identification, and production support within the farm research program.

Candidates should have undergraduate coursework in agriculture, a valid driver's license, and willingness to work in a safety-sensitive environment. Housing options or stipends are provided.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate coursework in an agricultural field.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.
• This is a safety-sensitive position.

Responsibilities

• Planting Module: learn to set up and plant research studies, organize seed, plant, and mark plots.
• Data Collection and Thinning Module: collect, report, and analyze stand count data and thin plots to target populations.
• Plot Identification Module: learn plot design, mapping, and proper identification of varieties.
• Production Module: support agronomic activities and accompany sales staff on field calls to evaluate product performance.

Skills

Farm experience

Driver's license

Education

Undergraduate coursework in agricultural field

Job description

Beck's Hybrids is offering a Practical Farm Research Internship in Effingham, IL for a part-time period from May through August 2027. The role involves hands-on learning across planting, data collection, plot identification, and production support within the farm research program.

Candidates should have undergraduate coursework in agriculture, a valid driver's license, and willingness to work in a safety-sensitive environment. Housing options or stipends are provided.