Part-Time Field and Forage Crops Intern

The Pennsylvania State University; North Carolina; On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The College of Agricultural Sciences, Penn State Extension is seeking applicants for the part-time Field and Forage Crops Intern based in Wayne County, with travel to Lackawanna, Pike, Susquehanna, and Wyoming Counties to support practical crop work. Responsibilities include crop scouting, field data collection, research trial support, farm visits and client support.

Schedule is part-time, 30 hours/week for a short-term period, with hours flexible to applicant's needs and compensation at $17.75

Qualifications

• Agricultural science background
• Access to a motor vehicle
• Standard background check
• Motor vehicle screening

Responsibilities

• Crop scouting
• Field data collection
• Research trial support
• Farm visits and client support

Skills

Agricultural science background

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The College of Agricultural Sciences, Penn State Extension is seeking applicants for the part‑time job position of Field and Forage Crops Intern. This position will be based in Wayne County, with travel in Lackawanna, Pike, Susquehanna, and Wyoming Counties.

• Crop scouting
• Field data collection
• Research trial support
• Farm visits and client support

• Agricultural science background
• Access to a motor vehicle
• Standard background check
• Motor vehicle screening

Schedule: Part‑time, 30 hours per week for a short‑term period Hours flexible to applicant's needs

Compensation: The starting rate for this job is $17.75 per hour, plus travel.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

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