Field Data Technician Internship
About The Position
Hefty Seed Company is a progressive, rapidly growing agriculture retailer that is offering field data technician internships at our locations. We are looking for someone with the ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment. The desired candidate will have a positive attitude, a drive to help farmers, team-oriented, self-motivated, excellent follow-through skills, great verbal and written communication skills, enthusiasm for learning and a passion for agriculture. The objective is to gain hands-on experience in the field while working closely with experienced agronomists.
Requirements
- Ability to manage projects and carry out designated tasks
- Attention to detail ensuring projects are completed correctly and in a timely manner
- Effective ability to communicate findings and implement
- Must be 18 years old and able to obtain a DOT medical card
Nice To Haves
- Pursuing a degree in an agriculture-related degree is a plus but not required
Responsibilities
- Pull soils samples in an accurate and consistent manner
- Take tissue tests for farmers and review results
- Crop scouting for weeds, diseases, and insects
- Help determine stand count
- Learn how to read soil sample results
- Work collaboratively with the agronomy team to analyze data and provide actionable insights for crop management
- Perform regular testing for research trials and compile data (Baltic location only)
- Attend agronomist training and crop scouting events
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
