Heartland Farms, Inc. · 15 hours ago
Crop Science Intern - Drone Operations
Heartland Farms Headquarters - Hancock, WI 54943
Internship
Onsite
InternHeartland Farms, Inc. is a high performing agricultural organization that values hard work and achievement. The Crop Science Intern will work under the Research Agronomist, focusing on drone operations and assisting in experiments related to field crop problems.
Farming
Responsibilities
Assist with crop scouting, data recording, and agronomic problem solving
Generate written reports and presentations for the Research and Farm Operations Team
Study the risk and benefits of agronomy products and practices to help develop the best methods of planting, cultivating, and harvesting potatoes
Assist/develop the plan for the control of noxious weeds, crop diseases, and pest intrusion
Obtain FAA part 107 – Remote Pilot certificate as required to commercially fly drones
Heartland Farms flight training & test will be administered by Heartland Farm’s Chief Pilot (FAA Part 137) while acquiring hands-on experience using Ag Drones
Acquire training and certification of applicable:
Commercial pesticide Applicators licensing for aerial applications
Wisconsin DATCP Commercial Application Category 1.1 Certification
Aerial Application Category 9.9 Certification
3rd Class Medical Certificate required for the operation of the drones
Learn to read and interpret georeferenced maps to locate specific fields and field borders
Learn techniques for drone assisted georeferenced mapping of fields for application
Learn to maintain, repair, and care for commercial Ag Drones
Qualification
Required
Obtain FAA part 107 – Remote Pilot certificate as required to commercially fly drones
Heartland Farms flight training & test will be administered by Heartland Farm's Chief Pilot (FAA Part 137) while acquiring hands-on experience using Ag Drones
Acquire training and certification of applicable: Commercial pesticide Applicators licensing for aerial applications
Wisconsin DATCP Commercial Application Category 1.1 Certification
Aerial Application Category 9.9 Certification
3rd Class Medical Certificate required for the operation of the drones
Learn to read and interpret georeferenced maps to locate specific fields and field borders
Learn techniques for drone assisted georeferenced mapping of fields for application
Learn to maintain, repair, and care for commercial Ag Drones
Proficient in utilizing technology in the workplace
Ability to travel locally up to 75%
Capable of lifting 50 pounds occasionally
Ability to work independently
Ability to work in varying weather conditions and soil types
Self-starter
In the process of obtaining a degree in Agronomy, Ag Sciences or other related Agriculture fields
Enrolled in a College or Technical School
Requires the ability to work on-site and in multiple locations and settings
Ability to stand for a large part of their workday
Requires the ability to lift up to 50# multiple times during their workday
Requires the ability to clearly understand verbal and written communication from others in person and by telephone
Preferred
Experience in production agriculture, preferred
Knowledge of crop management, preferred
Company
Heartland Farms, Inc.
Heartland Farms is a fifth generation family-owned potato and vegetable farm in Central Wisconsin.
Founded in 1873
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase