Indiana Field Specialist Intern - (Summer 2027)

Advanced Agrilytics is seeking summer interns in the agronomy field to assist with summer on-farm scouting in the corn belt for the summer of 2027. Interns will engage in a variety of activities, depending on their area of primary interest. All interns will gain experience in general agronomy, plant pathology, entomology, weed science, leadership, data collection and evaluation, and grower relationship management. Advanced Agrilytics is a leading agronomy technology company delivering sub-acre agronomic intelligence at scale. Through an integrated ecosystem of data, software, and services, we transform decision-making for growers, consultants, retailers, and manufacturers—powering smarter operations and more profitable acres. Our business spans four complementary areas: agronomy services, software licensing, applied research, and sustainability and funding support, including Section 180 residual fertility valuation reports. Our proprietary spatial agronomic methodology, delivered through products like TerraFraming™ and TerraIntel™, is proven to increase yield consistency, reduce variability, and enhance long-term resilience across every acre. Founded in 2015 in Huntington, Indiana, and headquartered in Indianapolis, we remain committed to helping partners improve profitability and sustainability while building a legacy for generations to come. *This is a remote internship, however placement will be in Indiana and candidates will need to be willing to live and/or relocate to the desired location.

Key Responsibilities of the Role:

Provide agronomic observations on grower acres, in a variety of different areas and environments 

Assist in providing scouting reports for the grower customers at the direction of the Precision Agronomist and/or Lead Agronomist 

Participate in soil sample collection efforts as needed 

Assist in implementation of various research efforts across our grower acres. Examples include but are not limited to our hybrid trial implementation and various planter applied biological or starter fertilizer trials

Willing to work with others on a team and independently 

Effectively communicate with growers, agronomists, and other full-time employees 

Qualifications and Educational Requirements:

Agriculture or Science degree track preferred 

Willingness and ability to work under on-farm and in-field conditions 

Understanding of current farming practices is of benefit 

Must be task/project driven and able to work independently as well as in group settings

Must exhibit a growth mindset and a desire for continuous learning

Additional Job Information:

Positions are available throughout Indiana and Illinois. Housing options can be discussed for those that are willing to relocate. In general, interns will be expected to work 40 hours/week. At times, hours more than 40 may be required and will be approved in advance by the supervisor. This position includes day travel as a team, and a small number of overnight events. 

When travel is required, all expenses will be reimbursed as approved in advance by the supervisor.