Crop Scout Student Intern — 2027 Season

Job overview

The Crop Scout Student Intern — 2027 Season role is onsite in Ipava, IL. Compensation is $16–$18 per hour. Prairieland FS describes the internship as a way to gain practical agricultural experience and learn from agriculture professionals while supporting local farming operations. The intern scouts fields and records crop conditions to help identify threats that may limit yields. Working with agronomy specialists and farmers, the role contributes field observations and reports that support crop management and production agriculture.

What you'll do

• Inspect crop fields using integrated pest management techniques and GPS technology
• identify weeds, insects, diseases, and other yield-limiting threats
• record findings and share reports using the MyFS Agronomy App
• work alongside agronomy specialists and interact with farmers
• attend training sessions and gain exposure to agricultural retail operations.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

crop scout student intern

ipava il

prairieland fs

agriculture

crop scouting

integrated pest management

gps technology

crop management

field inspection

agronomy

$16–$18/hour

student internship

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Professional mentorship, practical agricultural experience, and training sessions.

Why this role

Student internship offering professional mentorship and hands-on crop scouting experience. High school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver’s license with a good driving record are required; an agricultural background is preferred.

About the employer

Prairieland FS is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Vegetable (except Potato) and Melon Farming. Sector: 11.