Summer Agronomy Research Technician - Field & GIS

Land O'Lakes; Minnesota; On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Land O'Lakes is hosting the WinField United Summer Research Technician Internship in the Midwest, offering hands-on agronomic plot work and field operations across multiple locations. The role supports Answer Plot crews, including equipment prep, drone use, seed handling, GIS tasks, and efficient data collection.

The internship is March–August with relocation assistance and a starting pay of $22–$24 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an associate's or bachelor's degree, preferably in an agricultural related major or program.
• Pesticide Applicators license required by start date or within 2 weeks of hire.
• Willing to learn regional crop growth and development.
• Technical knowledge in agronomy, ag technology, and crop sciences preferred.
• Basic math skills, attentive to detail, and able to deliver results without direct supervision.
• Manage time and effectively prioritize work tasks.
• Frequently move, lift and carry boxes, tubs, and tools weighing 50-60 lbs., access and utilize farm equipment.
• Ability to work extended hours (planting, post applications and pollination seasons) and periodically stay overnight.
• Possess a valid, unrestricted driver's license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Answer Plot crews with managing regional plots, including; farm and drone equipment preparation & 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.

Skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Education

Pursuing associate's or bachelor's degree

Tools

GIS

Job description

Land O'Lakes is hosting the WinField United Summer Research Technician Internship in the Midwest, offering hands-on agronomic plot work and field operations across multiple locations. The role supports Answer Plot crews, including equipment prep, drone use, seed handling, GIS tasks, and efficient data collection.

The internship is March–August with relocation assistance and a starting pay of $22–$24 per hour, depending on experience.