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Glenstone Museum

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As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship plant pathology in the United States is $19.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $21.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectInternship Plant PathologyPlant Pathologist
CredentialsTypically students or recent graduates; no advanced certifications requiredRequires a bachelor's degree, often a master's or Ph.D., with relevant certifications
Work EnvironmentEducational settings, research labs, fieldwork during internshipsResearch institutions, government agencies, agricultural companies
Employer & IndustryUniversities, research projects, internships in agricultureGovernment agencies, private sector, research institutions

Internship Plant Pathology is a temporary, educational position for students gaining practical experience, while a Plant Pathologist is a professional with advanced degrees working independently in research, diagnosis, and management of plant diseases.

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Infographic showing various Internship Plant Pathology job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,032 per year, or $19.2 per hour.

Corn Breeding Research Intern

Beck's Hybrids

Seward, NE • On-site

Other

Posted 16 days ago

Beck’s Hybrids rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

27th of 65 rated farming

Job description

Internship Opportunity

Duration: Paid Internship from May - August 2027.

Housing: Furnished housing or stipend provided.

What to expect: Valuable experience related to the agriculture industry, professional development, summer project, etc.

Purpose and Scope

Intern will be responsible for learning about and assisting Beck's Breeding team in inbred and hybrid development. Interns will have the opportunity to take part in several facets of corn breeding, product development, inbred evaluation and research. The internship will start in mid May and last until mid August. The internship may be able to count toward college credit, depending on the candidate's school curriculum.

Responsibilities

Corn Breeding Module

  • Work with the Breeding team taking notes on inbreds. The intern will learn the major aspects of corn breeding, inbred observation, development and testing. The intern will be responsible for managing several inbred testing and observation plots. They will also assist in taking inbred and hybrid notes.
  • Assist with pollination of Beck's corn breeding nurseries
  • Assist with detasseling Beck's top cross plots

Corn Agronomy Module

  1. Plant Growth and Development
    • Interns will learn how to monitor test plots for emergence issues, recording and evaluating stand counts, determine stage of growth for development, evaluating and recording overall plant growth.
  2. Plant Pathology
    • Learn about the major diseases of corn and evaluate inbreds for their susceptibility
  3. Seed preparation
    • Assist with preparing seed for this season's test plots and nurseries. Interns will package seed and sort into planting order to help prepare for planting
  4. Plot Planting and Data Collection
    • Assist in planting test plots and research nursery. Assist in collecting required notes and other agronomic data
    • Travel with Beck's staff to outlying locations to assist with planting test plots. The intern will learn how Beck's manages its research and testing program
  • Other Duties assigned by the members of the Breeding team or any other duties for the benefit of Beck's Hybrids.
Job Requirements

Education and training:

  • Sophomore or higher in a college or university program, exceptional Freshman may be considered
  • Only candidates studying Plant Breeding, Genetics, Plant Pathology, Agronomy or Plant Science will be considered
  • Must have an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Farm background and general farm knowledge would be helpful but not required
  • This is a safety sensitive position

Technical knowledge:

  • Possess a positive attitude
  • Ability to establish priorities, possess a self-starter mentality, and work well independently and as a team member
  • Ability to work outside and tolerate high temperatures, high humidity, rain, and muddy conditions
  • Interns must provide own transportation to Beck facility near Goehner, NE
  • Knowledge of data analysis tools would be preferred
  • Availability of housing reimbursements
  • Overtime required
  • Overnight travel required

** In an effort to provide a safer, drug-free workplace for employees, all full-time applicants to whom offers of employment are made must submit to a drug test and background check, subject to applicable local, state, or federal laws or regulations. Employment at Beck's is contingent upon passing these pre-employment screenings.

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