UAS Field Sensing Intern

Corteva Agriscience; Connell (WA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Vylor, Inc. is seeking a 3-month intern for research and development focusing on UAS-based field sensing for parent seed production in Connell, WA. The role offers exposure to sensing equipment and data analysis, with mentoring by Midwest researchers and a local on-site contact.

Dates: May–August 2027 with negotiable start/stop. Interns can be undergrad or grad students; Part 107 UAS certification encouraged; GPA 3.0+ preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at an accredited university or community college.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• Interns may be undergrad or graduate students.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely data collection, analysis and organization.
• Fly UAVs and operate payloads.
• Process data and provide updates to research timelines.
• Adhere to safety and SOPs in field operations.
• Collaborate with researchers across disciplines.
• Travel to off-site locations in the region as needed.
• Assist in planning and discussion of technology usage.
• Manage research project data and results presentation.
• Handle data processing and analytics tasks.
• Work indoors/outdoors in various environments.

Skills

Independent work

UAS certification

GIS

Data analysis

Python basics

Education

Enrolled at accredited university

GPA 3.0+

Undergrad or grad student

Tools

GIS software

Sensor equipment

Remote sensing tools

MS Office

Job description

Join Vylor—Powering the Future of Agriculture

At Vylor, we're advancing agriculture through breakthrough science—combining elite germplasm, cutting-edge biotech, and next-generation expertise in gene editing and molecular breeding. Our portfolio includes trusted industry brands like Pioneer®, Brevant®, and Hoegemeyer®, delivering performance farmers rely on.

Join us to help scale innovation globally and shape what's next in crop science.

Vylor is seeking a 3-month intern in research and development UAS-based field sensing for parent seed production. The position is situated at Pioneer's flagship parent seed production region in Connell Washington near the Tri-Cities. This position will provide exposure to specific sensing equipment and data analysis/processing techniques while also performing computational tasks in process development and data analysis. The position will include engagement with researchers across a variety of disciplines, and third parties on the cutting-edge of technology, to further an understanding of future farming and phenotyping operations for product development. Any STEM major or those with STEM interests are invited to apply. This position will have flexibility to work from office or home on some days. The position will be primarily mentored and managed by researchers in the Midwest USA with a local contact also situated on site in Connell, WA.

Dates: May-August 2027 with negotiable start/stop dates

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely data collection, analysis and organization


• Fly UAV's and/or operate robots whilst operating their associated payloads


• Process data and provide updates to research time, raise questions or improvements


• Safe driving record and comfort driving in a variety of road conditions


• Ability to collaborate with different groups and parties to achieve project goals


• Frequent Day trips to off-site locations in the region will be required


• Contribute to group plans and discussion around the impact and usage of technologies


• Use available sensors to create and manage a research project to be presented to station staff


• Data collection and equipment handling


• Data processing and analytics


• Willingness to work inside/outside in a range of environments


• Working in an interdisciplinary research environment

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and is self‑motivated


• A Part 107 UAS certification is strongly encouraged


• Priority will be given to students that are at least current seniors at an accredited university or community college. Interns can be undergraduate or graduate students.


• High regard for safety and following standard operations and practices with professionalism


• Must be enrolled at an accredited university or community college at time of internship


• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0


• Experience applying technology to plant breeding or agronomy and screening techniques


• Experience with GIS, sensors, remote sensing, and agronomy desired


• Experience in engineering, designing, building, and testing equipment/sensors preferred


• Microsoft office suite experience


• Programming basics understanding preferred


• Ability to learn and adapt in fast-paced environments


• Ability to organize or work with large/complex datasets


• Experience working with sensitive/delicate electronic equipment


• Passion to explore, create, question, research, propose ideas, and overcome challenges

The salary range for this position is $ to $.

This reflects a reasonable estimate of the targeted base salary for this role. Based on factors such as geographic location and candidate qualifications, actual base pay is determined when an employment offer is made.

Corteva announced to separate our current advanced seed and genetics business to establish a standalone company, operating as Vylor, Inc. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to legal requirements and board approval. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the separation, you would be an employee of Vylor, Inc. and your employment would be governed by Vylor, Inc. employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by Vylor, Inc. at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.

Vylor is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.

Corteva Agriscience™ is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to boldly embracing the power of inclusion, diversity, and equity to enrich the lives of our employees and strengthen the performance of our company, while advancing equity in agriculture. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. Discrimination, harassment and retaliation are inconsistent with our values and will not be tolerated. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit:Accessibility Page for Contact Information

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