Summer Agronomy Research Technician Intern — Field Trials

Land O'Lakes; Town of River Falls (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Land O'Lakes is offering the WinField United Summer Research Technician Intern position in River Falls, Wisconsin. This internship provides hands-on experience in agronomic research plots, field work, data entry, and crop protection product evaluation.

You must be pursuing a bachelor's in an agricultural field, able to obtain a pesticide applicator license by start date, and capable of extended hours and overnight stays.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree, preferably in an agricultural related major or program.
• Must be able to obtain Non-Commercial Pesticide Applicator License by start date or within 2 weeks of hire.
• 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.Must be able to drive various types of vehicles in variable types of road and weather conditions.
• Must be able to work while wearing application equipment and personal protective equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with putting in test plots and conducting field work in the research plots
• Weed identification, weed control evaluation, insect identification, and scouting techniques
• Maintain product inventory
• Mix pesticides for research trials
• Input data collected from research trials and evaluate research trials
• Keep a clean and safe work environment
• Help to perform general maintenance on equipment
• Participate in training activities as directed
• Perform daily activities in a manner that reflects high integrity

Skills

Basic math

Detail oriented

Time management

Problem solving

Physical stamina

Education

Bachelor's degree in agriculture

Pesticide license by start date

Job description

Land O'Lakes is offering the WinField United Summer Research Technician Intern position in River Falls, Wisconsin. This internship provides hands-on experience in agronomic research plots, field work, data entry, and crop protection product evaluation.

You must be pursuing a bachelor's in an agricultural field, able to obtain a pesticide applicator license by start date, and capable of extended hours and overnight stays.