WinField United Summer Research Technician - Midwest

Land O'Lakes

Pay: $22/hr
Hours: Full time
Where: Virtual (USA)
Posted: 5 days ago

WinField United Summer Research Technician - MidwestWinField United Summer Research Technician Internship - Midwest

The WinField Answer Plot® Program hosts agronomic research plots across the country. Plots provide area farmers to see firsthand how seed and crop protection products perform in local fields, allowing them to make decisions for their own operations with confidence. Learn more about how Answer Plots help at www.answerplot.com.

Pay: Starting at $22 - 24 per hour based on skills and experience.

Location: Possible locations include Mankato, MN; West Salem, WI; Brookings, SD; Fargo, ND, Bismarck, ND. Must have the ability to live near assigned location throughout duration of employment. Relocation assistance provided for eligible candidates.

Position Duration:   March - August (flexible start and end dates)

What you'd do

Assist the Answer Plot crews with managing regional plots, including; farm and drone equipment preparation & operation, seed prep, equipment transport, field operations, GIS applications, and some mapping.
Execute foliar applications with a backpack sprayer, tissue samples, root ratings, and other metadata collection as necessary.
Responsible for accurate mixing and application of fertilizer and/or chemicals per blend sheet specifications.
Work safely following safety rules, regulations, and personal protective equipment requirements.
Keep current on agronomic products, trends, and precision agriculture technologies.
Pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree, preferably in an agricultural related major or program
Pesticide Applicators license required by start date or within 2 weeks of hire.
Willing to learn regional crop growth and development.
Technical knowledge in agronomy, ag technology, and crop sciences preferred.
Basic math skills, attentive to detail, and able to deliver results without direct supervision.

Starts: 2026-09-30