Spray Drone Pilot Internship
Crystal Valley CooperativeMankato, Minnesota, United StatesPosted Sep 14, 2026
About the role
We are seeking a highly motivated Spray Drone Pilot based out of our Mankato, MN location for the summer months of May to August. Our internship experience will offer valuable insight into the spray drone profession through mentorship and real-world experiences.
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Five Key Roles
Drone Application of Agricultural Products
- Perform custom application with spray drone
- Apply crop nutrients and crop protection products in a safe, accurate, and efficient manner
- Mixing, loading, and application of crop protection products and plant nutrition
- Ability to understand the chemistry and aerial label requirements of products
Drone Operations and Equipment Maintenance
- Responsible for completing a pre-flight inspections and daily logs
- Responsible scheduling and field mission planning
- Complete and maintain required application reports, vehicle inspection reports, and other required documentation
Equipment Maintenance
- Operate, service, and maintain custom application equipment
- Assist with housekeeping and maintenance of the facility, roadways and assigned vehicles/equipment
Customer Service
- Accurately load and unload product
- Provide prompt and courteous customer service
- Provide customers with maps and application reports
Other
- Live the Crystal Valley brand by demonstrating a commitment to doing what’s right, a solid work ethic, a strong sense of ownership, a passion for excellence, and treat others with respect
- Attend training, professional development and continuing education opportunities
- Be personally responsible for the safety of self and others
- Perform other tasks as assigned
Certifications, Licenses, Registrations
- Valid driver’s license
- Class A CDL with tanker
- FAA Class 3 Medical Certificate
- Part 107 UAV Certification
- Minnesota Commercial Pesticide License (A,B,C)
- Maintain commercial applicators license
- Meet the driver qualification standards set by the self-insured group