Intern - Agronomy Innovation at Keystone Cooperative in Tipton, Indiana

Job Description:

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.

• 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.
  

• 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.

• Currently enrolled in accredited college or university.