Agricultural Research Intern

Employer: KWS Seeds LLC
Employer URL: www.kws.com
Category: Other
Location: Kimberly, ID
Compensation: salary range is $18+ /hr based on qualifications.
Type: Internships
Job Schedule: 8am - 5pm
Apply before: May 01, 2025

Job Description and Requirements

Job Description

  • Assist with data collection in field trials, such as stand counts, stand ratings, and disease ratings.
  • Supervise temporary work crews.
  • Assist in trial management including to but not limited to seeding, cultivating, and harvesting.
  • Assist as needed with regulated Yield Trials.
  • Work non-standard hours as needed.
  • Assist with maintaining the research station grounds and facilities as needed.
  • Travel and/or drive on behalf of the business.
  • Meet attendance requirements.
  • Other duties as needed by the business.

Qualifications

  • Strong computer skills.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Demonstrated experience working independently.
  • Strong problem solving, decision making, and organizational skills.
  • Able to work weekends and varying hours.
  • Valid Driver’s License and the ability to travel.
  • Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Associate Degree program pursuing Agriculture, Agronomy, Soil Sciences, Horticulture or related field.
  • Basic farm and crop science knowledge
  • Experience operating farm equipment.
  • Experience in agriculture research.

 Benefits

  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes 401(k) employer match, health, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Pension Plan: Secure your future with our robust pension plan.
  • Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO): Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with flexible PTO.
  • Professional Development: Access to training and development opportunities to help you grow.
  • For a complete list of benefits, see the KWS US careers page.

Next Steps

Contact Stefanie Hauff

Phone: 208.732.6366 

Email: shauff@csi.edu