Engineering Technician Intern

About the Role

This internship/co‑op provides students with the opportunity to:

• Work on real‑world engineering challenges.
• Partner with experienced engineers.
• Gain exposure to advanced technologies.
• Contribute to projects that impact agricultural innovation and global product supply operations.
• Build practical technical skills while developing professional capabilities for future engineering careers.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with testing, validation, troubleshooting, and optimization of equipment, systems, and processes.
• Collect, organize, analyze, and report technical data from laboratory, greenhouse, field, manufacturing, and operational environments.
• Support installation, maintenance, calibration, modification, and qualification of engineering equipment and instrumentation.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), test reports, and engineering records.
• Assist with prototype development, fixture design, fabrication, and assembly activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, reliability, productivity, and cost reduction.
• Utilize software tools for data analysis, visualization, project tracking, and technical documentation.
• Participate in root cause investigations and problem‑solving activities using engineering methodologies.
• Support project planning, execution, and tracking activities, including status reporting and milestone management.
• Present project progress, technical findings, and recommendations to engineering and business stakeholders.
• Follow all company safety, environmental, quality, and compliance requirements.

Key Working Relationships

• Engineering Capability Hub engineers and technicians.
• Seed Production Innovation teams.
• Product Supply personnel.
• External contractors, suppliers, and equipment vendors as applicable.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, software engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Basic understanding of engineering principles and problem‑solving methods.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, procedures, and documentation.
• Familiarity with data analysis, automation, instrumentation, CAD, programming, or manufacturing systems.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work effectively on multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and willingness to learn.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work independently while seeking guidance when appropriate.
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: Approximately between $24.00 to $45.50 per hour.
• Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission.
• Additional benefits may include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave.
• Salary range is an estimate and may vary based on location, market data, skills, experience, degrees, and certifications.

Application Information

• Application deadline: At least March 19, 2027.