Paid Summer Agronomy Research Technician Internship

Land O'Lakes, Inc.; Springfield, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The WinField Answer Plot Program offers a Summer Research Technician Intern position to support agronomic research plots across the Midwest. This paid internship runs roughly March to August, with locations including Lafayette, IN; Chillicothe, OH; Memphis, TN; Springfield, IL, and requires living near the site for the duration.

Responsibilities include assisting plot crews, seed prep, field operations, GIS mapping, and data collection while learning about crop protection products and precision

Qualifications

• Pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in an agriculture-related field.
• Pesticide Applicators license required by start date or within 2 weeks of hire.
• Must have valid driver's license and be able to lift 50–60 lbs.
• Willing to learn regional crop growth and development; strong attention to safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist Answer Plot crews with managing regional plots and field operations.
• Execute foliar applications with a backpack sprayer and collect tissue samples.
• Accurately mix and apply fertilizer and chemicals per blend sheet.
• Maintain safety rules and keep up with agronomic products and precision ag tech.
• Work extended hours during planting, post-application, and pollination seasons; possible overnight stays.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Willingness to learn

Education

Pursuing associate's or bachelor's degree

Job description

The WinField Answer Plot Program offers a Summer Research Technician Intern position to support agronomic research plots across the Midwest. This paid internship runs roughly March to August, with locations including Lafayette, IN; Chillicothe, OH; Memphis, TN; Springfield, IL, and requires living near the site for the duration.

Responsibilities include assisting plot crews, seed prep, field operations, GIS mapping, and data collection while learning about crop protection products and precision