Job Description
Job Title: Entomology Intern
Company: Agribotic Systems Private Limited (Brand: Crop Xplore®)
Location: Bangalore/Remote.
Duration: 3–6 Months
Internship Type: Field + Research
Stipend: 5000 to 10,000 INR
Facilities: Food & Accommodation Provided (if applicable)
About the Internship
Crop Xplore® is building a hyperlocal agritech platform combining agriculture drones, crop monitoring, AI-based insights, and farmer services. The Entomology Intern will work at the intersection of insect science and precision agriculture, supporting pest identification, surveillance, and data-driven crop protection strategies.
This internship offers hands-on field exposure alongside modern tools such as drones and digital platforms.
Key Responsibilities Pest Identification & Monitoring
- Assist in identification of major insect pests across crops (paddy, turmeric, banana, vegetables, orchards, etc.)
- Monitor pest incidence and population levels in farmer fields
- Record crop stage, pest severity, and damage symptoms
Field Surveys & Data Collection
- Conduct regular field visits with operations and drone teams
- Support pest scouting before and after drone spraying
- Capture geo-tagged pest and crop health data
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Support
- Assist in recommending IPM practices under supervision
- Help evaluate effectiveness of control measures
- Support biological and eco-friendly pest management approaches
Drone & Precision Agriculture Support
- Work with drone teams to:
- Plan pest-specific spraying schedules
- Validate spray timing and dosage
- Correlate drone monitoring data with pest incidence
Farmer Interaction & Education
- Support farmer awareness on pest life cycles and safe control methods
- Assist in demonstrations and field training programs
- Translate technical recommendations into farmer-friendly language
Learning & Exposure
- Practical entomology in real farm conditions
- Pest dynamics across seasons and crops
- Precision spraying and drone-based crop protection
- Use of digital tools, dashboards, and AI-based monitoring
- Exposure to export-oriented residue and compliance considerations
Eligibility
- Students pursuing or completed BSc / MSc in Entomology, Agriculture, or Allied Sciences
- Basic knowledge of insect pests and crop protection
- Interest in fieldwork and applied agriculture
- Willingness to travel and work in rural environments
- Ability to document observations clearly
Skills Gained
- Field pest diagnosis and surveillance
- IPM implementation in commercial farms
- Data-driven decision making
- Working with agritech tools and drone operations
- Farmer communication skills
What We Offer
- Hands-on field and research experience
- Mentorship from agronomy and operations teams
- Internship Certificate & Recommendation Letter
- Opportunity to work on real agritech deployments
- Potential future engagement based on performance
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Curious, observant, and detail-oriented
- Passionate about sustainable agriculture
- Comfortable working outdoors
- Interested in applying entomology beyond textbooks
Company: Agribotic Systems Private Limited (Brand: Crop Xplore®)
Location: Bangalore/Remote.
Duration: 3–6 Months
Internship Type: Field + Research
Stipend: 5000 to 10,000 INR
Facilities: Food & Accommodation Provided (if applicable)
About the Internship
Crop Xplore® is building a hyperlocal agritech platform combining agriculture drones, crop monitoring, AI-based insights, and farmer services. The Entomology Intern will work at the intersection of insect science and precision agriculture, supporting pest identification, surveillance, and data-driven crop protection strategies.
This internship offers hands-on field exposure alongside modern tools such as drones and digital platforms.
Key Responsibilities Pest Identification & Monitoring
- Assist in identification of major insect pests across crops (paddy, turmeric, banana, vegetables, orchards, etc.)
- Monitor pest incidence and population levels in farmer fields
- Record crop stage, pest severity, and damage symptoms
Field Surveys & Data Collection
- Conduct regular field visits with operations and drone teams
- Support pest scouting before and after drone spraying
- Capture geo-tagged pest and crop health data
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Support
- Assist in recommending IPM practices under supervision
- Help evaluate effectiveness of control measures
- Support biological and eco-friendly pest management approaches
Drone & Precision Agriculture Support
- Work with drone teams to:
- Plan pest-specific spraying schedules
- Validate spray timing and dosage
- Correlate drone monitoring data with pest incidence
Farmer Interaction & Education
- Support farmer awareness on pest life cycles and safe control methods
- Assist in demonstrations and field training programs
- Translate technical recommendations into farmer-friendly language
Learning & Exposure
- Practical entomology in real farm conditions
- Pest dynamics across seasons and crops
- Precision spraying and drone-based crop protection
- Use of digital tools, dashboards, and AI-based monitoring
- Exposure to export-oriented residue and compliance considerations
Eligibility
- Students pursuing or completed BSc / MSc in Entomology, Agriculture, or Allied Sciences
- Basic knowledge of insect pests and crop protection
- Interest in fieldwork and applied agriculture
- Willingness to travel and work in rural environments
- Ability to document observations clearly
Skills Gained
- Field pest diagnosis and surveillance
- IPM implementation in commercial farms
- Data-driven decision making
- Working with agritech tools and drone operations
- Farmer communication skills
What We Offer
- Hands-on field and research experience
- Mentorship from agronomy and operations teams
- Internship Certificate & Recommendation Letter
- Opportunity to work on real agritech deployments
- Potential future engagement based on performance
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Curious, observant, and detail-oriented
- Passionate about sustainable agriculture
- Comfortable working outdoors
- Interested in applying entomology beyond textbooks
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