WinField United Summer Research Technician - East

Land O'Lakes, Inc.; Arden Hills (MN); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 33.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Land O'Lakes, Inc. through WinField United offers a Summer Research Technician Internship - East. You will assist crews across regional plots, handle equipment prep and field operations, and collect data on crop performance to support informed farmer decisions.

The role requires pursuing an agricultural degree and a Pesticide Applicator license by start or soon after hire, with flexibility for relocation and extended hours during peak seasons.

Formación

• Pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in an agricultural related major or program.
• Licensure: Pesticide Applicator license required by start date or within 2 weeks of hire.
• Ability to learn regional crop growth and development; basic agronomy knowledge helpful.

Responsabilidades

• Assist Answer Plot crews with managing regional plots and field operations.
• Prepare and operate farm and drone equipment; collect samples and metadata.
• Mix and apply fertilizer or chemicals per blend sheet specifications.
• Work safely following PPE requirements and company safety rules.
• Stay informed on agronomic products and precision ag technologies.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Time management

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Educación

Pursuing associate or bachelor’s degree in agricultural major

Herramientas

Pesticide Applicator license

GIS applications

Field equipment knowledge

Descripción del empleo

WinField United Summer Research Technician Internship - East

The WinField Answer Plot® Program hosts agronomic research plots across the country. Plots provide area farmers to see firsthand how seed and crop protection products perform in local fields, allowing them to make decisions for their own operations with confidence. Learn more about how Answer Plots help at www.answerplot.com.

Pay:

Starting at $22 - 24 per hour based on skills and experience.

Location:

Possible locations include Lafayette, IN; Chillicothe, OH; Memphis, TN, Springfield, IL. Must have the ability to live near assigned location throughout duration of employment. Relocation assistance provided for eligible candidates.

Position Duration:

March - August (flexible start and end dates)

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.

Required 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, and move or traverse on uneven ground.
• 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.

Land O’Lakes will not consider this internship position for immigration sponsorship, and all applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

Benefits

Benefits for most full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, a 401k and a variety of well-being resources. Most part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k).

• medical
• dental
• vision
• PTO
• life & disability insurance
• education assistance
• a 401k
• a variety of well-being resources
• prorated PTO
• holiday pay
• employee development programs
• prorated education assistance
• a 401(k)

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.

Land O’Lakes does not use Automated Decision-Making Technology, as defined by California law, to substantially replace human decision-making or make significant decisions about applications for employment or contracting opportunities.