Agronomy Intern

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Boise
Posted on: October 19, 2024

Job Description:

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.SummaryThe Agronomy Intern is part of the Plant Sciences research team and supports activities aimed toward improving agricultural crops. The work week would be a 5 day, 8 hour-per-day schedule typically Monday through Friday.Key Responsibilities

• Basic computer skills needed for data entry for statistical analysis.-- -- -- -- --
• Assist with documentation of regulated plant material movement between Caldwell and Boise Greenhouses under the supervision of the Greenhouse manager and Team Manager.
• Specific responsibilities include routine care of plants in research greenhouses (planting, watering, fertilizing and general pest control) in Boise and Caldwell under the supervision of a Greenhouse Manager.-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
• Assist with routine maintenance of the greenhouses and cold storage units as necessary.-- -- -- --
• Valid Idaho drivers license and willingness to commute between Caldwell and Boise in a company vehicle or reimbursed using a personal vehicle would be required.--
• Assist with annual field projects (planting, data collection, harvest) under the supervision of the field manager.Typical EducationPursuing a Bachelor's Degree from 4 year college or universityRequired CertificationsValid driver's licenseJob Requisition ID:--19803Travel Required:--Less than 10%Location(s):--SPS Irving St Building A R&D - Boise--Country:--United States**The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status. **

Keywords: Disability Solutions, Meridian , Agronomy Intern, Other , Boise, Idaho