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About the position
As Stemilt's R&D Intern, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, working alongside our team to explore new varieties and cutting-edge technologies in test orchards and research facilities. If you're detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about data, this is your opportunity to make an impact in a dynamic and exciting field!
Responsibilities
- Support scouting efforts for little cherry disease.
- Assist in evaluating orchard and warehouse technologies.
- Assess fruit quality using advanced analytical tools such as refractometers, titrators, fruit texture analyzers, and specialized software.
- Collect, evaluate, and input data/samples from cherry, apple, and pear harvests, including lifting 40-50lb fruit boxes.
- Perform other tasks as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Strong understanding of basic math functions.
- Flexibility with work schedule.
- Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Nice-to-haves
- Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite applications.
- Experience in conducting data analysis and drawing insights.
- Skilled in connecting to data sources, modeling data, and creating visual representations.
- Background in the tree fruit or agricultural industry is a plus.
- Spanish fluency is a plus, but not required.
- Knowledge of fruit quality is helpful, but not necessary.
Benefits
- Matched 401(k)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
