Part-Time Field and Forage Crops Intern

Penn State University; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 20,173 - 28,731; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking a part-time Field and Forage Crops Intern for the College of Agricultural Sciences. This position is based in Wayne County and will require travel to nearby counties, including Lackawanna, Pike, Susquehanna, and Wyoming.

The intern will be responsible for crop scouting, field data collection, and providing research trial support. A background in agricultural sciences is preferred, and access to a motor vehicle is necessary.

The starting compensation is $17.75 per hour, with flexible scheduling available for up to 30 hours a week.

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Qualifications

• Background in agricultural sciences is required.
• Must have access to a vehicle for job duties.
• Successful completion of a standard background check is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct crop scouting in assigned areas.
• Collect field data and assist with research trials.
• Provide support during farm visits and assist clients.

Skills

Agricultural science background

Access to a motor vehicle

Ability to conduct field data collection

Job description

## Part-Time Field and Forage Crops InternApplylocations: Wayne County: Lackawanna County: Susquehanna County: Wyoming County: Pike Countytime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ\_0000079092# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants. **Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.** **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.Job duties to include:* Crop scouting* Field data collection* Research trial support* Farm visits and client supportRequirements, qualifications, and/or competencies:* Agricultural science background* Access to a motor vehicle* Standard background check* Motor vehicle screeningSchedule:* Part-time, 30 hours per week for a short-term period* Hours flexible to applicant's needsCompensation: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.