Field Engineer [Early Interest : Summer Interns 2025]

A Field Engineer Internship at Aigen is an exciting opportunity to engage in hands-on field operations, maintaining and deploying our innovative robotic systems. You'll gain experience in managing robotic equipment, helping train seasonal operators, and designing essential tools that enhance field service operations, all while contributing to a sustainable agricultural mission.

To qualify for the Field Engineer Internship at Aigen, candidates should possess a strong technical background in Mechanical, Electrical, or Software Engineering or in Agricultural Engineering/Agronomy. Additionally, a valid driver's license, excellent communication skills, and familiarity with hand and power tools are essential for success in this role.

Interns in the Field Engineer position at Aigen can expect to earn between $20 and $30 per hour, depending on their experience and skill set. We believe in offering competitive compensation to ensure our interns are rewarded for their hard work and contributions.

The Field Engineer Internship is based in Los Banos, CA, providing interns with a unique opportunity to work in an agricultural region utilizing cutting-edge robotic technology for farming solutions.

Yes! Aigen is willing to sign off for school credit where applicable, allowing interns to gain practical experience while fulfilling academic requirements. This is a great way to enhance your education alongside real-world applications.

As a Field Engineer Intern at Aigen, you’ll develop a wide range of skills including technical troubleshooting for robotic systems, project management, training techniques for seasonal operators, and innovative thinking for enhanced agricultural operations. This internship is designed to strengthen your engineering skills in a practical, fast-paced environment.

To apply for the Field Engineer Internship at Aigen, interested candidates can submit their resumes and cover letters detailing relevant experiences, skills, and motivation for this role. Our team reviews each application carefully to identify potential fits.

When answering this question, choose a specific project that demonstrates your technical acumen and problem-solving skills. Explain the challenges you faced, describe the solutions you implemented, and highlight the positive outcomes of your actions. Be prepared to discuss the tools and technologies you used.

Discuss your approach to time management and how you evaluate the urgency and importance of tasks. Use specific examples from past experiences where you successfully handled multiple priorities and met deadlines, ideally in a technical or engineering context.

List the tools and software you are proficient in that relate to field engineering and mention any projects where you utilized them. Be sure to include both programming and hardware tools relevant to robotic operations, as applicable to Aigen's work.

When addressing this question, focus on collaboration, communication, and your individual contributions to the team's success. Detail your role, the team dynamics, and how your collective efforts resulted in achieving project goals.

Safety is paramount in field engineering, so discuss the specific protocols you adhere to when working with machinery, such as using personal protective equipment, following operational guidelines, and reporting any safety concerns immediately.

Explain your systematic approach to diagnosing and troubleshooting the issue, emphasizing the importance of safety, troubleshooting skills, and effective communication with team members to resolve the problem quickly while minimizing downtime.

Share your passion for agricultural robotics, focusing on its transformative potential in farming practices. Highlight specific aspects of Aigen's mission and projects that resonate with you and explain why you feel dedicated to this field.

Discuss your strategies for ongoing learning, such as attending workshops, following industry publications, participating in online forums, or enrolling in relevant courses. This shows your commitment to professional development in a rapidly evolving field.

Provide examples of previous experiences where you successfully trained or mentored others, focusing on the methods you used to communicate complex information and how it contributed to the success of your team or organization.

Convey your alignment with Aigen's mission and values. Discuss your eagerness to apply your engineering skills in a meaningful way and how the internship aligns with your career aspirations in sustainable technology and robotics.