About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship running from May through August 2027. You will gain hands-on experience in agricultural research by working through several learning modules, including planting, data collection, plot identification, and production agriculture.
What you'll do#
- Organize seed, plant plots, clean meter units, and handle flagging or staking.
- Collect, report, and analyze stand count data to compare fungicide, insecticide, and other agronomic treatments.
- Design and map test plots, then install signs and stakes for proper identification.
- Support sales staff and ride along with the Location Lead on customer calls.
- Evaluate hybrid performance and diagnose agronomic issues in the field.
- Thin plots to meet desired population targets.
What you'll need#
- Undergraduate course work in an agriculture-related field.
- A valid driver license and an insurable driving record.
- You may be required to obtain a Chauffer license or equivalent.
- A farm background and general farm knowledge are helpful.
- All offers are contingent upon passing a drug test and background check.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Colfax, Iowa.
- The role is on-site.
- Furnished housing or a stipend is provided.
About Beck's Hybrids
Beck's Hybrids is a family-owned retail seed company based in Atlanta, Indiana. Founded in 1937, it operates as the third-largest seed brand in the United States. The company produces hybrid corn, soybeans, wheat, and other crops for farmers across the Midwest and Mid-South. It employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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