Overview
We seek a motivated and dynamic intern to join our team. The ideal candidate will
be responsible for researching and testing automated melon and cucurbit production. This intern will collaborate with teammates to develop and refine field-ready software and robotics solutions. Key responsibilities include development, testing, and optimization. This experience will provide hands-on opportunities to explore, design, and develop a solution that will enhance the operations of melon and cucurbit producers.
See the job posting on our website for more details.
Company Information
TerraForce —a Pantheon-affiliated startup—applies AI and robotics to automate manual farming tasks. The Pantheon and TerraForce are located in Knox County, Indiana, the #2 county nationwide for melon production.
Position Information
Position Title: Robotics & AI Development Intern
Position Summary: We seek a motivated and dynamic intern to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for researching and testing automated melon and cucurbit production. This intern will collaborate with teammates to develop and refine field-ready software and robotics solutions. Key responsibilities include development, testing, and optimization. This experience will provide hands-on opportunities to explore, design, and develop a solution that will enhance the operations of melon and cucurbit producers.
Duration: May 19 – August 15, 2025
Location: Pantheon Business and Innovation Theatre, Vincennes, Indiana
Compensation: $18/hour and housing
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM, 1 hour lunch
Direct Supervisor: Mike Jacob, TerraForce
Support: Drew Garretson, Nichole Like, and Brian Southern
Projects & Deliverables
Projects
1. Component Development
- Establish Requirements
- Create Specification
- Generate Code
- Test
- Refine
- Implement
2. Field Testing
- Validation
- Performance Benchmarking
Deliverables
- End of the summer project presentation to Pantheon leadership and Pantheon Ag Tech Committee
- Development and testing of robotic harvesting software components
Requirements
- Current enrollment in ABE, CS, or related degree programs
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment
- Familiarity with Python
- Agriculture background preferred
Perks
- Hands-on experience in a dynamic and supportive work environment
- Opportunity to learn and grow alongside industry professionals
- Networking with community stakeholders and business leaders
- Potential long-term employment
Send resume and cover letter to Nichole Like at nlike@pantheontheatre.org by October 11th to apply.
