Vegetable Seed Field Production Research Intern

NWU; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture of belonging

Professional development

Work-life balance

Competitive wages

Career development resources

Meaningful projects

Job summary

NWU in Pasco, WA is offering a hands-on role focused on Field Production Research. The position involves coordinating trials, seed lab work, field activities, data management, and seed inventory support, with opportunities to apply classroom knowledge to real-world challenges.

The role emphasizes independence, strong communication, and meticulous adherence to procedures, suitable for current students pursuing agronomy-related degrees and seeking practical experience in agricultural research.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy, Plant Biology, or a closely related agricultural field.
• Possess a valid Driver's License.
• Proficient in English.
• Eligible to work in the U.S.
• Strong communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Detail and accuracy-oriented, able to understand and follow procedures and policies.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with little supervision.
• Previous internship or co-op experience related to agriculture is preferred but not required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Knowledge of plant physiology, seed biology, and field research techniques and technology.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating the design, set-up, and planting of Field Production Research trials at all required domestic locations.
• Performing seed lab work such as trial setup, field mapping, planting preparation, seed cleaning, and labeling.
• Conducting fieldwork including planting, staking, pollination, data acquisition, and seed harvest.
• Processing seed from field studies and assisting in managing seed inventories for experiments.
• Managing data from experiments, including acquisition and analysis support.
• Assisting with lab seed treatment applications and related field trial plantings.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy/Plant Biology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Your Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating the design, set-up, and planting of Field Production Research (FPR) trials at all required domestic locations.
• Performing seed lab work such as trial setup, field mapping, planting preparation, seed cleaning, and labeling.
• Conducting fieldwork including planting, staking, pollination, data acquisition, and seed harvest.
• Processing seed from field studies and assisting in managing seed inventories for experiments.
• Managing data from experiments, including acquisition and analysis support.
• Assisting with lab seed treatment applications and related field trial plantings.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

About You

The company is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy, Plant Biology, or a closely related agricultural field.
• Possess a valid Driver's License.
• Proficient in English.
• Eligible to work in the U.S.
• Strong communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Detail and accuracy-oriented, able to understand and follow procedures and policies.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with little supervision.
• Previous internship or co-op experience related to agriculture is preferred but not required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of plant physiology, seed biology, and field research techniques and technology.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly salary ranging from $20 to $45.
• A culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration.
• Promotion of professional development and work-life balance.
• Competitive wages.
• Ongoing career development resources.
• Opportunities to work on meaningful, innovative projects.

Training & Development

Participants gain hands-on experience, exposure to day-to-day business operations, and opportunities to apply academic knowledge to real-world challenges while developing professional skills.