Agronomy Internship
Ideal, SD
Internship
Worksite: 31250 265th St, Ideal, SD, 57541, US
Originally posted: 2026-10-15
Employment classification: INTERN
Want to see modern no-till farming up close? Our agronomy internship puts you in the field across more than 12,000 acres of crops and certified seed, scouting fields, collecting data, and supporting the crew from planting to harvest.
PAY $15/hour, ~60 hours/week
HOUSING Provided at no cost
MEALS Lunch provided Mon–Fri
START DATE Flexible
THE OPERATION
Jorgensen Land & Cattle is a fourth-generation, family-owned farm and ranch in Ideal, South Dakota. Our diversified operation includes Angus and commercial seedstock production, an advanced bull leasing and SmartBull programs, no-till crop production, our Lazy J Sporting Club, and our Ideal Soil Solutions brand.
We raise and market 6,250 bulls annually, most through our bull leasing and SmartBull programs, and manage over 26,000 acres of land encompassing hunting, farming, and pasture land for our cattle.
NEW FOR 2027: PERMANENT TEST PLOT
We are starting a large permanent test plot in 2027 with 144 individual plots for multiple crop rotation sequences, crop input studies, and insect and disease studies.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Crop scouting – monitor fields for weeds, insects, disease, and stand issues, and report findings
Research test plot – assist with plot setup, data collection, and studies
Soil and tissue sampling – collect samples and help interpret results for fertility plans
Stand counts and yield checks – measure stands and yields to evaluate crop performance
Certified seed production – assist with field inspections and seed quality records
Field operations support – help with planting, spraying, harvest, and grain hauling
Records and precision ag – maintain field records and work with mapping and yield data
Equipment and facilities – help maintain equipment, bins, and shop areas
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Students in agronomy, crop science, ag business, or a related field
Interest in no-till systems, soil health, or seed production
Valid driver’s license and willingness to work long days outdoors
Detail-oriented, dependable, and a good teammate
WHY JLC
Real responsibility – meaningful work on a large, progressive operation, not just observation
Mentorship – learn directly from experienced managers across livestock, agronomy, and operations
A broader view of ag – see how cattle, crops, seed, and hunting fit together in one diversified business