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Agricultural Engineering Intern

Battelle
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Job Summary

Battelle’s Environment and Agriculture (E&A) Business Unit is currently seeking an Agricultural Engineering Intern for Summer 2026 (May 18 – early Aug). This position is 100% onsite located in West Jefferson, OH. The application deadline is February 20, 2026. 

Responsibilities

  • Execution of test protocols/standard operating procedures to assess the performance of crop protection mixtures/formulations
  • Preparation of mixtures/formulations, soil samples, filter samples, calibration samples/blanks
  • Operation of spray droplet measurement systems
  • Inspection, testing, documentation and maintenance of laboratory equipment
  • Assembly and operation of lab equipment including: pipetting devices, measuring syringes, moisture analyzers, etc.
  • Following established safety guidelines to safely work with hazardous materials
  • Performance of calculations in support of laboratory work
  • Preparation of data reports using Microsoft Word and Excel

Key Qualifications

  • Must be currently pursuing bachelor’s or master's degree in Agricultural Engineering, Plant Science, Horticulture, Entomology, Plant Pathology, Soil Science, or a related field of study
  • Must have at least two years of college coursework completed
  • Ability to understand and follow written procedures
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • The ability to work in a team environment
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office software
  • Sufficiently medically fit to work in the laboratory to perform assigned duties including the ability to wear personal protection equipment (PPE), lift up to 50 pounds, and work in the proximity of toxic chemicals
  • Must be U.S. Citizen

Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with crop protection products and associated application equipment and systems

Preparing You for Career Success
 
The Battelle intern and co-op program is a great way to increase experience both on a team and as an independent contributor. Ninety-eight percent of internship survey respondents said they felt better prepared to enter the workforce after their Battelle internship and 100% said they were treated with respect by their colleagues.  
 
You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

  • Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects 
  • Pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery 
  • Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment
  • Become the next generation of scientific leaders and business professionals

 
Are you ready to help solve the most important challenges of today and tomorrow?  
 
If so, we are ready to support you with:

  • Flexible work schedules: Most teams follow a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off
  • Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.
  • Employee Resource Groups that help cultivate an inclusive and welcoming community
  • Social and professional networking events with Battelle Senior Leadership and your colleagues
  • Opportunities for philanthropic involvement to give back and make an impact in the community