Summer Agronomy Field Research Tech – East

Land O'Lakes

Illinois

On-site

USD 30,000 - 33,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Land O’Lakes, through the WinField United Summer Research Technician Internship – East, offers hands-on agronomic research experience across multiple locations in the Midwest. The role involves supporting Answer Plot crews with field operations, seed prep, and equipment handling, including drone-assisted tasks and GIS data collection.

Pay starts at $22–$24 per hour, with relocation assistance for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

Pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree, preferably in agriculture.
Pesticide Applicator license required by start date or within 2 weeks.
Willing to learn regional crop growth and development.
Technical knowledge in agronomy, ag tech, and crop sciences preferred.
Strong math skills, detail-oriented, able to work with minimal supervision.
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
Ability to lift 50–60 lbs and work extended hours or overnight as needed.

Responsibilities

Assist the Answer Plot crews with managing regional plots, including farm and drone equipment preparation and operation, seed prep, equipment transport, field operations, GIS applications, and some mapping.
Execute foliar applications with a backpack sprayer, tissue samples, root ratings, and other metadata collection as necessary.
Responsible for accurate mixing and application of fertilizer and/or chemicals per blend sheet specifications.
Work safely following safety rules, regulations, and personal protective equipment requirements.
Keep current on agronomic products, trends, and precision agriculture technologies.