Agronomy Intern - Crops Testing Program
About The Position
The Crops Testing Program is seeking an agronomy research intern based out of our primary work location at Akron, CO to support program field research activities. Work will require 40 hours/week during the summer months with the possibility of overtime. Responsibilities may include: taking trial field-notes with a team member throughout the growing season (such as plant counts, plant height measurements, and other field notes), assist with plot maintenance (putting out stakes, hoeing weeds, etc), assist with lab data collection, data entry, and help with post-harvest grain sample analyses such as protein and seed size counts. In addition, the employee may assist with some basic farmer operations. The person will have an opportunity to assist with extension/outreach events such as wheat field days. The Crops Testing Program within the Agricultural Experiment Station conducts small plot variety trials on farms and research stations for various grain, oilseed, and forage crops. We also conduct a range of agronomy trials, try new crops with potential in the region, and test new plant or soil applied products coming onto the agriculture market for use by farmers. We strive to be a source of useful information and serve as the “Consumer Reports” for farmers. For more information visit www.csucrops.org. The position will be based at the USDA-ARS Central Great Plains Research Center in Akron, CO.
Requirements
- Ability to work with a small team and follow instructions to complete tasks
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work in outdoor environmental conditions including exposure to weather (hot and cold).
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, which includes: some lifting up to 40 lb, manual dexterity, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and handling.
- Valid driver's license
Nice To Haves
- Previous field research experience
- Strong work ethic and self-motivation
- Willingness to learn about agronomy
Responsibilities
- Responsible for accurate and precise research data collection and collation for field trials.
- Assist with lab research as needed and run post-harvest grain analyses.
- Put out plot stakes, hoe weeds as needed if chemical control is not possible, and mow around trial entry points.
Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
