WinField United Summer Research Technician Internship - River Falls, WI

The WinField Answer Plot® Program hosts agronomic research plots across the country. Plots provide area farmers to see firsthand how seed and crop protection products perform in local fields, allowing them to make decisions for their own operations with confidence. Learn more about how Answer Plots help at www.answerplot.com. 

Pay: Starting at $22 - 24 per hour based on skills and experience.  

Location: Must have the ability to live near the River Falls, WI area throughout duration of employment. Housing stipend and relocation assistance provided for eligible candidates. The job will provide research and agronomy experience at field locations in River Falls, WI. 

Position Duration:   May - August (flexible start and end dates). This position will require some travel throughout the duration of the internship. Potential for part-time work into the fall depending upon intern school schedule.  

Responsibilities:

• Assist with putting in test plots and conducting field work in the research plots

• Weed identification, weed control evaluation, insect identification, and scouting techniques 

• Maintain product inventory

• Mix pesticides for research trials

• Input data collected from research trials and evaluate research trials

• Keep a clean and safe work environment

• Help to perform general maintenance on equipment

• Participate in training activities as directed

• Perform daily activities in a manner that reflects high integrity

Experience-Education (Required)

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree, preferably in an agricultural related major or program. 

• Must be able to obtain Non-Commercial Pesticide Applicator License by start date or within 2 weeks of hire. 

• Ability to work extended hours (planting, post applications and pollination seasons) and periodically stay overnight. 

• Possess a valid, unrestricted driver’s license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record.  Must be able to drive various types of vehicles in variable types of road and weather conditions. 

• Must be able to work while wearing application equipment and personal protective equipment.

Competencies-Skills (Required) 

• Willing to learn regional crop growth and development.  

• Basic math skills, attentive to detail, and able to deliver results without direct supervision. 

• Manage time and effectively prioritize work tasks. 

• Resourceful and innovative in finding solutions to problems.  

• Frequently move, lift and carry boxes, tubs, and tools weighing 50-60 lbs., access and utilize farm equipment, and move or traverse on uneven ground. 

Competencies-Skills (Preferred) 

• Technical knowledge in agronomy, ag technology, and crop sciences preferred. 

• Farm background work experience and/or agribusiness work experience is preferred, but not essential. 

Work Environment:  Outside work environment.  Will be required to handle crop products in the lab and in field conditions.  Hours worked each day may exceed 8 hours.  

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