Agronomy Field Management Intern

3 days ago

Salinas PR, United States Corteva Agriscience Full time

Join our team as an Agronomy Field Management Intern and take part in a 3-month internship designed to provide broad exposure to the day-to-day operations of a breeding program at our research center in Salinas, Puerto Rico. Gain hands-on experience in open field production, farm management, sustainable strategies for crop care, work alongside experienced agronomists and agricultural professionals and contribute to the successful implementation of technology and solutions to support agricultural challenges.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist with the process of land assignation, planting and land preparation activities.
  • Perform crop scouting and collect data for early detection of pests and diseases.
  • Assist in the design, installation and management of irrigation systems and water sources.
  • Execution of nutritional treatments to optimize crop production.
  • Conduct soil and tissue sampling for nutritional analysis. Analyze the results and provide recommendations for the optimization of the nutritional programs.
  • Work in the identification of native weeds and identify opportunities of improvement for their control.
  • Support the setup and execution of treatments for the Agronomy field trials.
  • Support the phytopathology lab activities collecting and processing samples for the detection of crop diseases.
  • Support the Integrated Pest Management group in the execution of the better practices for sustainable pest control.
  • Work with biological controls for the suppression of pests.
  • Assist in the activities of the Agricultural Machine Shop to track the maintenance and reparations of the Agricultural Machinery.
  • Participate in team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Prepare and present your findings, culminating in a verbal final report.
  • Gain valuable experience applicable to full-time roles in the agricultural industry or future graduate-level studies in plant sciences.

Qualifications:

  • Current sophomore or higher pursuing a bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Sciences, Crop Protection, Plant Science, or a related agricultural field at an accredited university.
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0.
  • Basic understanding of crop production principles, soil fertility and pest management.
  • Must be enrolled at an accredited university during the internship period.
  • Willing to relocate to Salinas, Puerto Rico.
  • Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions.
  • Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
  • Good communication and teamwork skills.
  • Creative, team-oriented, and passionate about sustainable agriculture.

Benefits:

  • Gain practical experience in a dynamic, research-driven environment.
  • Develop field and analytical skills relevant to a future career in agriculture.
  • Learn how to apply research and data to improve crop performance and sustainability.
  • Work with a diverse and collaborative team of professionals.
  • Enjoy the rich culture and beautiful landscapes of Puerto Rico during your internship.

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