6-Month Internship Program in Digital Agriculture & Technology Are you a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to make a real-world impact? At Materra, we’re on a mission to transform farming through technology and empower farmers to regenerate their land, improve livelihoods, and reduce their environmental footprint. Join our 6-month internship program and become part of a passionate team pioneering data-driven solutions for a healthier planet. This is your chance to work at the intersection of technology and nature, creating tangible change from the ground up. 🚀 What You’ll Gain:Real-World Impact: Get hands-on experience in the rapidly evolving field of digital agriculture, where technology meets sustainability.Diverse Learning: Work across teams including App Development, Digital Operations, Software Testing, Farmer Engagement, and Data Analysis, gaining a holistic view of agritech innovation.Field Immersion: Collaborate directly with farmers and field teams, understanding the challenges and opportunities in regenerative agriculture.Mentorship and Growth: Learn from a passionate team of experts dedicated to transforming the way the world grows.Professional Recognition: Receive an Internship Certificate upon successful completion.Financial Support: A stipend to support your journey into the agritech sector. 🧑🎓 Who Should Apply?We’re looking for recent graduates or post-graduates with a passion for sustainability and technology. Freshers and early-career professionals ready to learn and grow. Prior experience is a bonus, but not essential – we value attitude over experience. 📝 What You’ll Need:Basic computer and mobile troubleshooting skillsStrong communication abilitiesFamiliarity with Marathi is a strong plus for fieldworkEagerness to learn beyond your academic backgroundA genuine interest in making a difference in sustainable agriculture Duration: 6 MonthsFuture Opportunities: Outstanding interns may be considered for full-time roles based on performance and availability.Location: Ahmedabad (ISKCON Cross Road) – Work From OfficeTimings: 9AM to 6PM (Flexible), Monday to Saturday ➡️ To apply, click on the button above and submit the application form.
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for sustainable agriculture and crop innovation? Our team is looking for a Head of Agronomy to lead our agronomic practices and drive excellence across all our operations. Location: Maharashtra/Gujarat/Madhya Pradesh Type: Full-time Experience: Senior-level with a strong background in crop science, soil health, and team leadership As the Head of Agronomy, you will: Develop Materra’s crop management (including multi-crop, multi-year) plans and manage the company’s overall agronomic approach and advisory. Ensure effective communication and instruction regarding regenerative agriculture practices to farmers and the attainment of Materra’s impact KPIs on the ground. Manage Materra’s agronomy team. Manage and lead Materra’s R&D work. The position will be based in Maharashtra (specific location TBD) and include travel within Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh. Join us in shaping the future of agriculture! Show more Show less
About the Role We are looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Agronomy Intern to support our regenerative agriculture initiatives. The intern will play a crucial role in developing farmer-focused content, organizing field data, and supporting knowledge documentation. This role provides hands-on experience in content creation, agronomic research, field communication, and the use of digital tools in sustainable agriculture. Duration: 6 Months Location: Ahmedabad Stipend: ₹25,000 per month Start Date: ASAP Key Responsibilities 1. Content Support Draft crop-specific content, such as Packages of Practices, assists in writing, formatting, and translating the farmer-facing content. Create and update training materials for field teams and farmer workshops. Support the development of video scripts for tutorials, shoots, and farmer stories. 2. Multimedia Sorting and Labelling Organize and sort multimedia files (photos, videos) from the field. Tag and label content with accurate metadata Curate quality images and videos for social media, publications, and presentations. 3. Research & Documentation Research crops, pests, regenerative techniques, and farm inputs. Assist in maintaining updated documentation (e.g., Agri-inputs, sustainable practices). Contribute to documenting success stories and field learnings. About you A graduate or postgraduate in Agronomy or Agriculture Science. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and local language (Marathi/Hindi preferred). Tech-friendly, comfortable using Google Docs; familiarity with digital tools or farmer-facing apps is a plus. Organized, proactive, and attentive to details. Passionate about sustainable and regenerative farming practices. What’s in it for you First-hand experience in regenerative agriculture content development and farmer support. Exposure to communication strategies and digital tools in agriculture. Opportunity to collaborate with agronomists and field staff. A certificate of completion and a professional reference upon successful internship. Show more Show less
A unique 6-month placement position for an experienced Greenhouse Manager on a commercial greenhouse has become available in our progressive company located in Thandla, MP. About Materra Materra is a planet-centric technology company working towards climate-resilient agriculture through better farm infrastructure, enhanced farm management and supply chain transparency. At Materra, we bring together a diverse team of designers, engineers, scientists, and farmers who collaborate seamlessly across various domains, from the boardroom to the field. We celebrate the unique perspectives and experiences each team member brings, fostering a culture built on optimism, ambition, and humility. Our mission is to create a resilient and sustainable future for agriculture. Role and Responsibilities We are looking for a Greenhouse Crop Supervisor to play a crucial role in overseeing daily operations of our greenhouse facility. This position requires a strong set of essential skills as well as desirable expertise in greenhouse operations and crop cultivation. You will be based in our high- tech greenhouse in Thandla, MP and will be fully supported by the management team in the UK and an implementation team in India. Required skills summary Excellent communication, planning and report skills with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. Proven experience in greenhouse operations with excellent knowledge of hydroponics, protected agriculture and crop cultivation. Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems related to greenhouse operations. Experience with financial reporting and management. Experienced in computer based reporting using tools such as MS-Excel, Word and Powerpoint. Professional proficiency in Hindi and English. Driver’s License. Required Skills breakdown OPERATIONS Communication Skills: Maintain effective communication with project managers, team members and stakeholders, ensuring clear and concise information flow. Problem Solving: Identify and resolve operational challenges and issues in a timely manner, employing creative problem-solving skills to ensure smooth operations. Report Writing: Preparing accurate and timely reports on greenhouse operations including, but not limited to, production statistics, crop health assessments, and sustainability measures. People Management: Supervise and train staff providing guidance, support and performance evaluations to ensure a productive and motivated workforce. Expense Management: Monitor and manage expenses related to operations, including budgeting, costs control and procurement of necessary supplies and equipment. CULTIVATION Protected Agriculture: Implement best practices for protected agriculture, including pest and disease management, climate control and environmental sustainability. Hydroponics Expertise: Apply knowledge and expertise in hydroponic cultivation techniques, ensuring efficient water and nutrient management for optimal plant growth. Planning: Develop and implement comprehensive plans for greenhouse operations, considering factors such as crop rotation, harvesting, schedules, resources and finance. ADDITIONAL Business Development: Approach and acquire new customer bases within the growing Q-commerce and B2C markets. Manage and deliver supply chains accordingly. Project Management: Oversee and coordinate projects, ensuring timely execution and adherence to project timelines and objectives. Constructor Liaison: Collaborate with greenhouse constructors and contractors to ensure the successful construction, maintenance and repair of greenhouse structures and systems delivered on time and within budget. Driver’s Licence: Possess a valid driver’s licence and vehicle for travel requirements. Crop Knowledge: Experience in successfully cultivating hydroponic vine crops such as Capsicums (Bell Pepper), English Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Eggplant (Aubergine) and Melon. What's in it for you Working with a global team shaping the future of greenhouse cultivation and agricultural tech in India. Competitive salary Competitive annual leave If you’re considering an application please note that we are looking for crop specialists and greenhouse professionals that are willing to locate to Thandla, MP for 6 months then, upon review, relocate to another facility in Gujarat. If you think you’d be a good fit, please apply by sending a CV and a short cover letter to talents@materra.tech.
Materra is looking for an Account cum Admin Officer to manage our finance and admin work in Gujarat. The role is flexible - we’re looking for someone well-rounded and resourceful with strong problem-solving abilities. As an early hire in a young and ambitious startup, this key role will offer a great amount of learning and growth opportunities. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Your core responsibilities will include: Develop and implement all finance, accounts and admin policy in line with the Materra’s protocol. Handle accounts payable and receivable processes accurately and in a timely manner Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. Review and process reimbursements; preparation of monthly expense statements. Manage petty cash accounts as and when required with joint custody of the line manager. To ensure Vendor KYC, account information and other details are provided along with statements of expenses to facilitate centralized payment. To support and facilitate internal and external audits under instruction and supervision of line manager. Provide a critical link between the company, CA, bookkeeper officer and HR service company on finance and accounts matters. Provide finance, administration and logistics support during events, training and meetings. Participate in payroll processes and oversee statutory compliance GST, TDS, and PF. and update policy change to avoid any risk. Periodically verify all the asset coding and ensure adequate controls are in place over use of assets as per policy. Identify and address account discrepancies. The role will involve large responsibility and autonomy within the company, and require the ability to work both independently as well as part of a creative core team of engineers, scientists, project managers and more. DESIRED SKILL AND EXPERIENCE Language: Gujarati - fluent (required) English - fluent (required) Hindi - fluent (preferred) Essential: Bachelor’s degree in Commerce / Accounting, Business Administration or equivalent. Knowledge of Financial Instruments and Bank Dealings. Accounting in ZOHO books or other cloude based accounting software Strong people and negotiation skills. Strong problem-solving attitude, who can work effectively in a team and independently depending on the task at hand. Comfortable dealing with ambiguity and shifting priorities. Passionate about learning, personal and professional development. Preferred: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in finance and administration Experience in people management Holder of a driving license to visit vendors and service providers Planning, coordination & Administration skills Basic Business Correspondence Skills Knowledge of Agri-extension projects Interest in sustainability, agriculture and fashion supply chains
As an MIS Manager at Materra, you will play a crucial role in our mission to decarbonise global commodities and revolutionize supply chains through regenerative agriculture, with a primary focus on cotton farming. Your responsibilities will involve managing the implementation and optimization of digital systems that support our on-the-ground operations. This includes driving real-time data capture, providing farmer support, and ensuring impactful reporting. Your key responsibilities will include: Digital Tools & System Implementation: - Prototype, deploy, test, and refine digital solutions to streamline field operations, such as farm-level traceability, impact monitoring, and operational efficiency. - Conduct user research and field testing to continuously enhance and optimize solutions. User Training & Support: - Develop training materials and provide training to field staff on digital systems. - Offer ongoing technical support and troubleshooting to ensure smooth operations and user adoption. Data Management & Analytics: - Ensure high-integrity, real-time data collection, validation, and reporting in alignment with internal data quality assurance protocols. - Analyze data and create interactive dashboards for visualizing operational performance and impact. Reporting: - Support certification processes, compliance, and science-based reporting. - Implement best practices for data governance, security, and privacy in collaboration with the technology team. To be successful in this role, you should have the following desired experience: Essential: - Experience in implementing and managing agricultural MIS or ERP systems in agricultural settings, particularly in smallholder or decentralized farming contexts. - Proven track record in prototyping, deploying, and maintaining digital solutions using low-code or no-code platforms, especially in agriculture. - Strong understanding of agricultural production systems, including crop planning, input use, harvest tracking, and farmer-level economics, ideally with experience in cotton farming. - Ability to train and support non-technical users in adopting and effectively using digital systems. - Familiarity with compliance and traceability standards and experience in supporting data-driven sustainability or certification reporting. - Expertise in Google Sheets or Microsoft Excel, as well as data visualization platforms like Power BI or Tableau. Nice to have: - Experience in startup or high-growth environments, particularly within ag-tech or sustainability-focused sectors. About you: - Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently. - Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to data quality. - Comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment with shifting priorities. - Excellent communication skills for collaboration across technical and non-technical teams. - Solution-oriented and willing to provide support when needed. If you are passionate about leveraging digital tools to drive sustainable agriculture and are eager to contribute to our mission of transforming cotton farming for a more sustainable future, we welcome you to join our dynamic team at Materra.,