Embark on an exciting journey with Black Gold Farms as a Field Agronomy Intern at our Arbyrd, Missouri location. You will gain hands-on experience in the dynamic world of agriculture and crop management. This paid internship offers a unique opportunity to work directly in the field, supporting agronomists and farm teams to optimize crop production, implement sustainable practices, and develop essential skills for a future in agriculture. If you’re passionate about farming, eager to learn about plant science, and ready to contribute to innovative agricultural solutions, this role is perfect for you!

Responsibilities:

• Familiarize themselves with the stages of potato plant growth, potato insects, diseases, and weeds.
• Participate in monitoring seed cutting and seed placement during planting.
• Assist with crop scouting and monitoring plant health across various fields, identifying pests, diseases, and nutrient deficiencies. Collect data and generate reports from information gathered.
• Support the implementation of irrigation systems, ensuring proper water management to promote healthy crop growth.
• Help with planting, harvesting, and other field activities to support daily farm operations.
• Collaborate with team members on data collection and reporting to track crop progress and environmental conditions.
• Follow all safety protocols.

Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license
• Enrolled and pursuing an agricultural related degree.
• Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions; physical ability for heavy lifting up to 20 pounds consistently throughout the day, and long hours on your feet.
• Ability to receive a private pesticide applicator's license, desired, NOT required.
• Experience working with potatoes is NOT required.

This is a paid internship from March-October 2026. (exact start and end dates can be flexible)

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary, Internship

Starting Wage: $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 10-hour shift / 8-hour shift
• Monday-Friday
• Weekend availability
• Work Location: In person

Who We Are:

Black Gold Farms is recognized as a leader in the potato production industry for our high-quality potatoes, our sales, and our customer service. We have been around since 1928. That's over 95 years of digging deeper and living life by our seven aspects of culture; Values, Transparency, Team, Excellence, Customer, Passion, and Innovation. With a fourth-generation family-owned company like this you truly end up becoming part of the family!

Job Type: Internship

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person