Agronomy Crop Scout Internship

Job Type Temporary, Internship Description

Learn from Ag Partner’s experienced staff! We are seeking highly motivated Agronomy Crop Scout Interns at multiple locations for the summer months of May to August. Our internship experience will offer valuable insight into the Agronomy profession through mentorship and real-world experiences.

Requirements

We are seeking seasonal Agronomy Crop Scout Interns at the following locations:

• Goodhue, MN
• Le Center, MN
• Le Sueur, MN
• Lewiston, MN
• Morristown, MN
• Stewartville, MN

Responsibilities:

• Connect classroom agronomic knowledge to the field by being assigned key projects.
• Identify weeds, diseases, and insects affecting crop growth and development.
• Gain experience testing soil and plant nutrients, and analyze reports used to make crop input recommendations with an experienced agronomist.
• Provide first-class customer service.
• Engage in real-life work experiences.
• Attend internship networking and development opportunities.

Qualifications Preferred:

• Pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree, preferably in an agricultural related major or program.
• Frequently move, lift, and carry boxes and tools weighing 50-60 pounds.
• Able to work extended hours during peak busy season, including weekends.

Access the full job description at https://agpartners.net/internship-crop-scout/.

The starting pay range for this position is $19.00 to $21.00 per hour, depending on your job-related skills and experience. 

Temporary employees are eligible to join the 401(k)-retirement plan the start of the calendar quarter after working 30-days, and get an employer match of up to 4%. Interns will begin earning Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) after working 30 hours in a week.

Why Ag Partners? We are a strong member-owned agricultural cooperative serving producers, communities, homeowners and businesses across Southern Minnesota and Western Wisconsin.  Apply now help us ensure a safe and successful growing season!