Computational Chemistry R&D Intern: Molecule Design & ML

corteva; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Corteva Agriscience is seeking a full-time internship in our Research and Development organization in Indianapolis, Indiana. You will work with experienced scientists applying computational chemistry and data analysis to support discovery projects.

Current students pursuing a Masters or Doctorate in related fields will relocate to Indianapolis for a 10‑week, full‑time program, May through August, with opportunities to present a final poster and network across Corteva.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Masters or PhD in a related scientific discipline (computational chemistry, informatics, chemistry, chemical engineering, CS, bioinformatics).
• Willingness to relocate to Indianapolis, IN for duration of internship.
• Strong problem‑solving, communication, and teamwork skills required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to discovery and optimization of new chemical leads for insect, weed, and disease control.
• Apply computational modeling, molecular design, docking, dynamics, and data analysis to support projects.
• Present project reviews and a final poster to colleagues and peers.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Masters or PhD in computational chemistry/informatics/chemistry/chemical engineering/computer science/bioinformatics

Job description

Corteva Agriscience is seeking a full-time internship in our Research and Development organization in Indianapolis, Indiana. You will work with experienced scientists applying computational chemistry and data analysis to support discovery projects.

Current students pursuing a Masters or Doctorate in related fields will relocate to Indianapolis for a 10‑week, full‑time program, May through August, with opportunities to present a final poster and network across Corteva.