Indiana Field Specialist Intern - (Summer 2027)

Advanced Agrilytics is seeking summer interns in the agronomy field to assist with summer on-farm scouting in the corn belt for the summer of 2027. Interns will engage in a variety of activities, depending on their area of primary interest. All interns will gain experience in general agronomy, plant pathology, entomology, weed science, leadership, data collection and evaluation, and grower relationship management. This is a remote internship; however, placement will be in Indiana and candidates will need to be willing to live and/or relocate to the desired location. Positions are available throughout Indiana and Illinois. In general, interns will be expected to work 40 hours/week. At times, hours more than 40 may be required and will be approved in advance by the supervisor. This position includes day travel as a team, and a small number of overnight events.

Responsibilities

Provide agronomic observations on grower acres, in a variety of different areas and environments; Assist in providing scouting reports for the grower customers at the direction of the Precision Agronomist and/or Lead Agronomist; Participate in soil sample collection efforts as needed; Assist in implementation of various research efforts across grower acres, such as hybrid trial implementation and planter applied biological or starter fertilizer trials; Willing to work with others on a team and independently; Effectively communicate with growers, agronomists, and other full-time employees

Requirements

Willingness and ability to work under on-farm and in-field conditions; Must be task/project driven and able to work independently as well as in group settings; Must exhibit a growth mindset and a desire for continuous learning

Nice to have

Agriculture or Science degree track preferred; Understanding of current farming practices is of benefit

Benefits

All expenses reimbursed when travel is required, as approved in advance by the supervisor; Housing options can be discussed for candidates willing to relocate