Intern - Agronomy Innovation - Keystone Cooperative

Job Description

Position Overview: Agronomy Innovation Interns will assist with various agronomy technology projects throughout the growing season. These activities include but are not limited to project engineering, UAV operations, software/app development, and trial plot maintenance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Include but are not limited to

• Assist Ag Tech Team with Spray Drone Operations.
  
• Develop software to enhance efficiencies of agronomy operations.
  
• Work with Ag Tech team on innovative project(s).
  
• Assist with maintenance with trial plot. This includes planting, in-season upkeep, spraying, fertilizer applications, and plot days.
  
• Based in Tipton, Indiana at the Agronomy Technology Center.
  
• 50% in fields, 25% in office, 25% in training/tours/events.
  
• Weekly Professional Development Activities.
  

Skills and Qualifications:

• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods of time and under all weather conditions.
  
• Above average organizational skills, ability to learn new concepts, and learn quickly.
  
• Complete work with little or no supervision in a timely manner; self-motivated.
  
• Agronomy, Ag Engineering, or Ag Systems Management majors preferred. Must have previous agronomy/field experience, or experience with software/programming/engineering.
  
• Must have a valid driver's license, good driving record, and reliable vehicle.
  
• Ability to use field equipment, software, GPS, etc.
  

Compensation:

• Hourly (Competitive wage).
  
• Mileage reimbursement following IRS Standard Rate.
  
• Drone License Education and exam fee reimbursement (Category 11 and Core if already Part 107 certified).
  
• Incentives/Awards for interns who complete internship.
  

Education and Experience:

• Currently enrolled in accredited college or university.