CPT Research Technician Jobs
Research Technician roles in labs, biotech firms, and university research centers are a strong fit for CPT because the hands-on technical work directly extends classroom training in sciences, engineering, or public health. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the position must tie to your degree program's curriculum.
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WinField United Summer Research Technician Internship - River Falls, WI
The WinField Answer Plot® Program hosts agronomic research plots across the country. Plots provide area farmers to see firsthand how seed and crop protection products perform in local fields, allowing them to make decisions for their own operations with confidence. Learn more about how Answer Plots help at www.answerplot.com.
Pay: Starting at $22 - 24 per hour based on skills and experience.
LOCATION
Location: Must have the ability to live near the River Falls, WI area throughout duration of employment. Housing stipend and relocation assistance provided for eligible candidates. The job will provide research and agronomy experience at field locations in River Falls, WI.
Position Duration: May - August (flexible start and end dates). This position will require some travel throughout the duration of the internship. Potential for part-time work into the fall depending upon intern school schedule.
Responsibilities
- Assist with putting in test plots and conducting field work in the research plots
- Weed identification, weed control evaluation, insect identification, and scouting techniques
- Maintain product inventory
- Mix pesticides for research trials
- Input data collected from research trials and evaluate research trials
- Keep a clean and safe work environment
- Help to perform general maintenance on equipment
- Participate in training activities as directed
- Perform daily activities in a manner that reflects high integrity
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Experience-Education (Required)
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree, preferably in an agricultural related major or program.
- Must be able to obtain Non-Commercial Pesticide Applicator License by start date or within 2 weeks of hire.
- Ability to work extended hours (planting, post applications and pollination seasons) and periodically stay overnight.
- Possess a valid, unrestricted driver’s license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record. Must be able to drive various types of vehicles in variable types of road and weather conditions.
- Must be able to work while wearing application equipment and personal protective equipment.
Competencies-Skills (Required)
- Willing to learn regional crop growth and development.
- Basic math skills, attentive to detail, and able to deliver results without direct supervision.
- Manage time and effectively prioritize work tasks.
- Resourceful and innovative in finding solutions to problems.
- Frequently move, lift and carry boxes, tubs, and tools weighing 50-60 lbs., access and utilize farm equipment, and move or traverse on uneven ground.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Competencies-Skills (Preferred)
- Technical knowledge in agronomy, ag technology, and crop sciences preferred.
- Farm background work experience and/or agribusiness work experience is preferred, but not essential.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Outside work environment. Will be required to handle crop products in the lab and in field conditions. Hours worked each day may exceed 8 hours.
ABOUT LAND O'LAKES, INC.
Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.
We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root.
Land O’Lakes and our global entities support diversity in employment practices.
Neither Land O’Lakes, nor its affiliates or search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receive a call or email like this, please do not provide the information being requested.
If you need to submit a reasonable accommodation request to complete the employment application process, please call the HR Solution Center at 844-LOL-HR4U (844-565-4748) M-F 8:00am-4:30pm CT.
INTRODUCTION
WinField United Summer Research Technician Internship - River Falls, WI
The WinField Answer Plot® Program hosts agronomic research plots across the country. Plots provide area farmers to see firsthand how seed and crop protection products perform in local fields, allowing them to make decisions for their own operations with confidence. Learn more about how Answer Plots help at www.answerplot.com.
Pay: Starting at $22 - 24 per hour based on skills and experience.
LOCATION
Location: Must have the ability to live near the River Falls, WI area throughout duration of employment. Housing stipend and relocation assistance provided for eligible candidates. The job will provide research and agronomy experience at field locations in River Falls, WI.
Position Duration: May - August (flexible start and end dates). This position will require some travel throughout the duration of the internship. Potential for part-time work into the fall depending upon intern school schedule.
Responsibilities
- Assist with putting in test plots and conducting field work in the research plots
- Weed identification, weed control evaluation, insect identification, and scouting techniques
- Maintain product inventory
- Mix pesticides for research trials
- Input data collected from research trials and evaluate research trials
- Keep a clean and safe work environment
- Help to perform general maintenance on equipment
- Participate in training activities as directed
- Perform daily activities in a manner that reflects high integrity
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Experience-Education (Required)
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree, preferably in an agricultural related major or program.
- Must be able to obtain Non-Commercial Pesticide Applicator License by start date or within 2 weeks of hire.
- Ability to work extended hours (planting, post applications and pollination seasons) and periodically stay overnight.
- Possess a valid, unrestricted driver’s license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record. Must be able to drive various types of vehicles in variable types of road and weather conditions.
- Must be able to work while wearing application equipment and personal protective equipment.
Competencies-Skills (Required)
- Willing to learn regional crop growth and development.
- Basic math skills, attentive to detail, and able to deliver results without direct supervision.
- Manage time and effectively prioritize work tasks.
- Resourceful and innovative in finding solutions to problems.
- Frequently move, lift and carry boxes, tubs, and tools weighing 50-60 lbs., access and utilize farm equipment, and move or traverse on uneven ground.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Competencies-Skills (Preferred)
- Technical knowledge in agronomy, ag technology, and crop sciences preferred.
- Farm background work experience and/or agribusiness work experience is preferred, but not essential.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Outside work environment. Will be required to handle crop products in the lab and in field conditions. Hours worked each day may exceed 8 hours.
ABOUT LAND O'LAKES, INC.
Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.
We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root.
Land O’Lakes and our global entities support diversity in employment practices.
Neither Land O’Lakes, nor its affiliates or search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receive a call or email like this, please do not provide the information being requested.
If you need to submit a reasonable accommodation request to complete the employment application process, please call the HR Solution Center at 844-LOL-HR4U (844-565-4748) M-F 8:00am-4:30pm CT.
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Get Access To All JobsResearch Technician CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Research Technician role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the work is an integral part of your degree curriculum and your school's DSO approves it. Research Technician duties typically involve collecting data, running experiments, and supporting principal investigators, which directly maps to science, engineering, or public health degree requirements. Your DSO makes the final determination based on how your offer letter describes the role.
Can I do CPT at a university research lab outside my own school?
Yes. CPT doesn't require the employer to be your own institution. A Research Technician position at a different university, a federal research center, or a private biotech lab all qualify as long as your DSO confirms the work ties to your curriculum. Your I-20 is still issued by your school, and the authorization must be in place before your first day.
How do I find Research Technician employers who are comfortable with F-1 CPT students?
Search Migrate Mate for Research Technician openings and filter by employers with verified sponsorship activity. Labs at universities, NIH-funded research centers, and biotech companies that regularly hire international students tend to have HR processes already built for I-9 and CPT documentation. Applying to employers with no prior F-1 experience adds onboarding friction.
What happens to my CPT authorization if a research project ends early?
Your CPT is tied to a specific employer and end date on your I-20. If the project ends before your authorized period expires, you should notify your DSO promptly. Working beyond the project's scope without updated authorization puts your F-1 status at risk. Your DSO can amend your I-20 if you move to a new lab or project under the same employer.
Does using full-time CPT for a Research Technician role affect my OPT eligibility?
Full-time CPT used for 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, defined by USCIS as under 20 hours per week, does not count against OPT regardless of how long you use it. If your Research Technician position is full-time, track your total CPT months carefully before committing to a long placement.