2027 Crop Science Intern - Drone Operations
HEARTLAND FARMS INC•Hancock, WI
•Onsite
About The Position
The Crop Science Intern reports directly to the Research Agronomist and offers the opportunity to see and use many of the latest technologies and innovations used in Agriculture today. The Drone Operations position is responsible for completing experiments or investigations in field crop problems through the use of the latest Agricultural Drone technology and will assist in the establishment and maintenance of test plots.
Requirements
- Proficient in utilizing technology in the workplace.
- Ability to travel locally up to 75%.
- Capable of lifting 50 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to work in varying weather conditions and soil types.
- Self-starter.
- In the process of obtaining a degree in Agronomy, Ag Sciences or other related Agriculture fields.
- Enrolled in a College or Technical School.
- 3rd Class Medical Certificate required for the operation of the drones.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in production agriculture, preferred.
- Knowledge of crop management, preferred.
Responsibilities
- Completing experiments or investigations in field crop problems through the use of the latest Agricultural Drone technology.
- Assisting in the establishment and maintenance of test plots.
- Assisting with crop scouting, data recording, and agronomic problem solving.
- Generating written reports and presentations for the Research and Farm Operations Team.
- Studying the risk and benefits of agronomy products and practices to help develop the best methods of planting, cultivating, and harvesting potatoes.
- Assisting/developing the plan for the control of noxious weeds, crop diseases, and pest intrusion.
- Obtaining FAA part 107 – Remote Pilot certificate as required to commercially fly drones.
- Acquiring training and certification of applicable: Commercial pesticide Applicators licensing for aerial applications, Wisconsin DATCP Commercial Application Category 1.1 Certification, Aerial Application Category 9.9 Certification.
- Learning to read and interpret georeferenced maps to locate specific fields and field borders.
- Learning techniques for drone assisted georeferenced mapping of fields for application.
- Learning to maintain, repair, and care for commercial Ag Drones.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
