Intern - Agronomy
Intern - Agronomy
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Job Description
Responsibilities
In this role you will:
- Support the Agronomy Team with weekly pest scouting tissue sampling crop management and irrigation scheduling.
- Participate in data collection of R&D test plots and evaluation of onfarm research.
- Assist with irrigation system scheduling and soil moisture management.
- Gain experience in pesticide programs and planning
- Give and receive realtime performance feedback to further your growth and leadership development.
- Deliver and present to management a summary of observations from field scouting and R&D efforts.
- Observe field operations as it relates to potato planting harvesting etc.
- Take on other tasks and responsibilities as needed.
Physical Demands
- Walking and working outdoors in the elements.
- Driving between farm sites to move samples and other supplies.
- Regularly lifting objects (such as potato samples) of up to 4050 lbs.
Expected Hours of Work
- MidMay through MidAugust (Start and End Dates are Flexible based on Candidates schedule)
- Typical daily farm hours are 7 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday with occasional hours outside this window during peak times (Planting/Harvest).
Required Qualifications
- Are pursuing an Associates or Bachelors degree in agronomy crop science or related field.
- A valid drivers license or the ability to obtain one and pass vehicle insurance verification.
Desired Qualifications
- Are generally tech savvy and can use basic software systems such Excel Word.
- Possess excellent organizational and project management skills.
- Are an excellent communicator; asking for and valuing positive and constructive feedback in an effort to grow within your role and career.
Work Authorization
- In compliance with federal law all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
Benefits
- Receive a competitive pay package starting from $17 per hr
- Paid Holidays
- Use of a company vehicle when applicable
- Reimbursements for eligible travel expenses
- Participate in realworld applications of Agronomy from a leading US potato company.
- Make valuable contacts within the industry who can assist you with your career development now and in the future.
- Gain an understanding of theentirebusiness including agronomy operations employee management and logistics by spending time with Farm Equipment and Operations Managers.
AAP/EEO Statement
CSS Farms is an EOE.
CSS Farms expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age genetic information disability or veteran status.
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Intern
