Seeds Production Research Parent Characterization Intern at Syngenta Group

Malta, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communication, Detail Oriented, Autonomous, Confidence, Eagerness To Learn, Project Management, Data Analysis, Agronomy, Biology, Ag Business, Field Activities, Team Collaboration, Safety Procedures, Sustainable Solutions, Crop Management, Research

Industry

Farming

Description

Company Description Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Syngenta seeds improve the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and more productive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer inputs. Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions. Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States. Job Description You will: Provide the intern the opportunity of being exposed to the Seed Parent Characterization activities, allowing him/her to apply academic background and assist in the department activities from trial design, preparation, maintenance, harvesting, lab tasks, and data analysis Develop a good understanding about new corn hybrid development, and parent characterization activities, by taking a lead role for one of the Seed Parent Characterization’s locations Strengthen new product advancements through the assessment of important traits for seeds production Take the lead on the project management and execution according to the assigned project. Assure that field activities (planting, plot maintenance, and harvest) for research plots are executed. This includes routine site/farm maintenance activities such as planting plots, applying treatments, collecting observations and in-season data, and maintaining the plots throughout the growing season. Support other Seed Parent Characterization, as well as agronomic trial activities Develop and maintain two-way communication with project managers, Seed Production Research (SPR) Scientists, Agronomists and Parent Seed colleagues. Additionally, look for communicating with people from different areas, from breeding all the way to commercial seeds production, aiming to gain a good understanding of the whole chain Assist with managing and developing part time workers Analyze data and prepare a report and presentation for the assigned project Make sure all activities are developed according to the Company safety procedures and recommendations, and promote environmentally sustainable solutions Estimated Duration: May 2026-August 2026 Qualifications What you must have: A High School diploma or equivalent Enrollment in a Bachelor’s Degree program in Agronomy, Biology, Ag Business, or another closely related field of study with a graduation date of December 2026 or later Must be a current student continuing education upon completion of internship term A valid Driver's License What you might also contribute to the team: Prefer a student with a Sophomore or Junior standing May be required to lift up to 30 pounds Communication-The ability to communicate information well (both written and spoken) is highly desired Detail Oriented-All procedures and policies must be understood and followed Autonomous-An independent individual who is self-motivating and needs little supervision Confidence- Not afraid to ask bold questions and be curious Eagerness to learn and grow in the role Previous internship and/or co-op experience related to Agriculture is preferred but not required Familiarity with working on a farm, working with crops, or working outdoors is preferred but not required Additional Information Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal. Learn more about our team and our mission here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN_51GbNI #LI-DNI

Responsibilities

The intern will assist in Seed Parent Characterization activities, including trial design, maintenance, harvesting, and data analysis. They will also manage field activities and communicate with various team members to support new product advancements.