Wheat Research Agricultural Intern USA

About the role

Join us for a summer position starting June 2027 in Champaign, IL, where you’ll work outside and develop operations knowledge in wheat breeding. You’ll collaborate with a team of experienced wheat breeding experts during wheat harvest.

Responsibilities

• Work in wheat fields to hand harvest research material.
• Assist combine harvest of yield plots.
• Operate various types of research equipment, which may include thresher, cleaners, and seed counters.
• Organize seed stocks in the warehouse to prepare them for sowing.
• Assist research planting operations in the field.
• Ensure Company handbook, Rules Guidelines and Procedures, and safety policies are followed, and personal protective equipment is used correctly.
• Work extended hours as needed and in a variety of weather conditions.
• Occasionally travel and/or drive on behalf of the business.
• Meet attendance requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma and/or pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural, Crop Sciences, Plant Breeding, Biology, or any other major.
• Ability to work non-standard work hours, including Saturdays, and some overnight travel.
• Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions and lift up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to work well independently and with team members.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license.
• Farming knowledge and tractor driving experience.
• Ability to work beyond August.

This employer participates in E-Verify and, after acceptance of a job offer, will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm work authorization in the U.S.