Seed Production & Field Agronomy Intern

Vylor Inc.; St. Joseph (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Vylor Inc. is offering Production Agronomy Intern positions for Summer 2027. Interns gain hands-on seed production experience, work with agronomists on field operations, scouting, IPM, and data collection, and complete a capstone project guided by the Field Operations Manager.

Locations include several sites in the Midwest and beyond, with opportunities to develop technical and leadership skills while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced agricultural setting.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a four-year degree program in agronomy or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and collaborate across functions.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills.
• Basic proficiency with computer applications and the ability to work with data.

Responsibilities

• Supporting seed production operations and field management activities.
• Assisting with crop scouting and integrated pest management (IPM) activities.
• Conducting field trials, research studies, and data collection.
• Evaluating economic injury thresholds and supporting agronomic recommendations.
• Identifying weeds, insects, pests, and crop diseases.
• Monitoring crop development and communicating field observations and progress.
• Collaborating with agronomy, production, and other cross-functional teams.
• Completing a capstone project assigned by the Field Operations Manager.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Computer proficiency

Education

Four-year degree program in agronomy or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

Vylor Inc. is offering Production Agronomy Intern positions for Summer 2027. Interns gain hands-on seed production experience, work with agronomists on field operations, scouting, IPM, and data collection, and complete a capstone project guided by the Field Operations Manager.

Locations include several sites in the Midwest and beyond, with opportunities to develop technical and leadership skills while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced agricultural setting.