The Agronomy Research Intern will assist the Research Agronomist and the Legacy Alfalfa Team at the Legacy Seeds - Research & Learning Center in Waupaca, WI. The candidate will be exposed to every aspect in operating and maintaining a research farm focused on corn, soybean, and alfalfa production. The candidate will assist the alfalfa team with a variety of tasks associated with developing new and improved alfalfa varieties. This is a paid internship of $15 to $20 per hour.

Duties and responsibilities

• Assist in organizing, establishing, maintaining, and evaluating field research plots across WI
• Ride along with Research Agronomist to provide customer support on product performance throughout the state
• Aid in planning and hosting plot tours at the Research & Learning Center and throughout the state
• Compile observation data using Microsoft 365 programs
• Assist in upkeep of the Research & Learning Center building and grounds.
• Safely operate equipment and tools

• Pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree, preferably in agronomy, agricultural business, or related field of study
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and maintain a safe driving record
• Able to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis
• Able to work in warehouse conditions with limited heating and cooling
• Flexible hours and/or extended hours may be required
• Strong communication, leadership, and time-management skills
• Attention to detail and ability to work without supervision
• Give and receive feedback to collaborate with others