Crop Scouting Internship

DescriptionWhy Join Our Team?

Flexibility: Enjoy adjustable schedules that suit your lifestyle.
Outdoors: Embrace the fresh air and nature every workday.
Growth: Advance your career with opportunities for professional development.
Culture: Experience a fun and supportive team environment where you'll feel like family.
Rewards: Benefit from employee discounts, 401(k) matching, and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees.

Primary Objectives of Position:

Support the crop management activities of the Pest Pros crop consultants
Insect, disease, weed and crop nutritional problem assessment and management

Responsibilities of the Position:

Field monitoring for insects, disease, weeds and other nutritional or cultural problems.
Scouting report generation using Field Recon software.
Reporting observations to the supervising crop consultant.
Submitting crop samples with symptoms to the crop consultant.
Tissue sampling and sample preparation and handling.
Nematode or other disease sampling. Sample log-in and preparation.
Generate field report by the scouts and forwarded to the consultant for grower contact
Work in teams of two in conjunction with a crop consultant to make crop management decisions
Visit growers’ fields on a once per week or biweekly basis
Scout vehicle care and maintenance.
Facility care and maintenance.
Special projects related to each internship

QualificationsQualifications:

Must be 18 years of age or older and possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record
Ability to work late May through August, weekdays, with occasional weekend work scheduled due to inclement weather
Ability to work hours from approximately 7am to 6pm with a need for flexibility for seasonal needs