Field Specialist Intern – Summer 2027

Advanced Agrilytics

. Provide agronomic observations on grower acres in varied areas and environments .

Posted 9/15/2026internshipIllinois • United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in agronomy, plant pathology, entomology, and weed science while effectively managing grower relationships and conducting data collection and evaluation. Capable of working independently and collaboratively in diverse agricultural environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

AgronomyPlant PathologyEntomologyWeed ScienceData Collection

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Hard Skills

Soil Sample CollectionHybrid TrialsBiological Fertilizer TrialsResearch AssistanceAgronomic Observations

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationGrowth MindsetTask/Project DrivenCollaborationIndependence

Industry Keywords

AgricultureFarming PracticesGrower Relationship ManagementContinuous LearningField Conditions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide agronomic observations on grower acres in varied areas and environments
Assist with scouting reports for grower customers under the direction of the Precision Agronomist and/or Lead Agronomist
Participate in soil sample collection efforts as needed
Assist with research efforts on grower acres, including hybrid trials and planter-applied biological or starter fertilizer trials
Work collaboratively and independently
Communicate effectively with growers, agronomists, and full-time employees
Gain experience in general agronomy, plant pathology, entomology, weed science, leadership, data collection and evaluation, and grower relationship management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Agriculture or Science degree track preferred
Willingness and ability to work under on-farm and in-field conditions
Understanding of current farming practices is beneficial
Task/project driven and able to work independently and in group settings
Growth mindset and desire for continuous learning
Willingness to live and/or relocate to the desired location in Indiana or Illinois
Ability to work approximately 40 hours per week, with occasional approved additional hours
Ability to travel during the day as part of a team and attend a small number of overnight events

Benefits

Comp & perks

Housing options can be discussed for those willing to relocate
Expected 40-hour workweek; hours above 40 may be required and approved in advance
Day travel expenses reimbursed when approved in advance by the supervisor
Small number of overnight events
Remote internship arrangement