Intern - Crop Technician

Keystone CooperativeLarwill, IN

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Overview

Schedule

Flexible-schedule

Full-time

Career level

Senior-level

Benefits

Flexible/Unlimited PTO

Career Development

Tuition/Education Assistance

Job Description

Position Overview: Crop Technician Interns perform various crop diagnostic jobs throughout the growing season. These activities include but are not limited to scouting fields, collecting tissue samples, soil moisture probing, soil sampling, performing UAV flights, and assisting with field signs. Crop Technician Interns play an important role in the services offered by Keystone Cooperative to make timely, informed, and economic decisions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Include but are not limited to

Scouting: Create scouting reports that identify weeds, insects, diseases, growth stages, stand counts, and any other field anomalies. Report observations back to Ag Tech team.
UAV Flights: Utilize drones to make aerial observations, produce imagery, and collect data.
Tissue Sampling: Collect corn or soybean tissue and prepare for testing.
Soil Moisture Probing: Perform soil moisture tests in designated fields and report data back to Ag Tech team. Install moisture monitoring equipment used to make watering recommendation on irrigated field.
Soil Sampling: Soil nitrate sample collection used to monitor in-season nutrient availability.
Field Signs: Organize, place, and remove field signs.
100% travel in territory.
75% in fields, 25% in training/tours/events.
Flexible work schedule.
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 understand new concepts, and learn quickly.
Complete work with little or no supervision in a timely manner; self-motivated.
Agronomy students preferred, however any student with a genuine interest in working in the agricultural/agronomy field is considered.
Must have a valid driver's license, good driving record, and reliable vehicle.
Ability to use an iPad, GPS software, and field equipment.

Compensation:

Hourly (Competitive Wage).
Mileage Reimbursement following IRS Standard Rate.
Drone License education and exam fee reimbursement.
Incentives/Awards for interns who complete internship.

Education and Experience:

Currently enrolled in accredited college or university.

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What is the work location for this position at Keystone Cooperative?

This job at Keystone Cooperative is located in Larwill, IN, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

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What employment applies to this position at Keystone Cooperative?

Keystone Cooperative lists this position under the following employment categories:

Flexible-schedule
Full-time

What experience level is required for this role at Keystone Cooperative?

Keystone Cooperative is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

What benefits are offered by Keystone Cooperative for this role?

Keystone Cooperative offers following benefits: Flexible/Unlimited PTO, Career Development, and Tuition/Education Assistance for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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