Salinas Production Intern at Tanimura & Antle

Wayne State University; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A research university in California is seeking a Production Intern for a hands-on role in agricultural field operations. The intern will support Pest Control Advisors, monitor pest levels, gather soil and water samples, and assist in irrigation tasks. Ideal candidates should be self-motivated students with strong teamwork skills and a passion for agricultural education. This internship offers practical experience and the chance to learn from experienced professionals in pest management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and current college standing.
• Must have good computer skills, experience with MS Excel is desirable.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist Pest Control Advisors and monitor field conditions.
• Collect and log irrigation Well depths across ranch locations.
• Drive tractor and assist with soil testing.

Skills

Ability to read and comprehend instructions

Good computer skills

Team player

Ability to troubleshoot

Education

High school diploma and college standing (Sophomore, Junior or Senior)

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

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The Role:

The Production Intern will gain valuable experience supporting field operations and pest management. This role assists Pest Control Advisors (PCAs), monitor field conditions, track pest levels, and support efforts to maintain high-quality standards in field production. This internship provides the opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals, learn about pest control strategies, and contribute to trials aimed at improving production outcomes.

Areas of Responsibility

• Learn and understand various irrigation and tractor methods
• Help monitor and track thrip/INSV levels
• Ensure Well lubrication is being performed
• Collect and log irrigation Well depths throughout the various ranch locations
• Collect and send off soil and water samples to laboratory
• Assist/ Report Farm Managers in testing soil nitrate in various crop
• Support Farm Managers in the day to day actives when needed
• Drive tractor and irrigate as needed
• Design ranch maps as needed
• Special projects

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma and college standing of Sophomore, Junior or Senior standing
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to managers and other employees.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Must have good computer skills. Experience with MS Excel desirable.
• Must have current driver's license.

Ideal Candidate

• Loves to work with people and communicate collaboratively to accomplish common goals
• Self-motivated to continually improve and add value, even if it is outside of their job description
• Ability to trouble shoot and provide solutions
• Ability to plan ahead and predict problems by being observant to the little things that make a big difference
• Enjoys being a team player and being part of a collective effort

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