Crop Protection Field Development Intern

GOTAFE; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Work-life balance

Career growth opportunities

Competitive wages

Ongoing career development resources

Opportunities to work on meaningful,创新

Job summary

Syngenta is seeking an intern to join the Crop Protection Field Development team in Indianapolis, Indiana. You will learn the product development process, support field trials, and collaborate with sales and agronomy teams while gaining practical experience in research and development.

The role emphasizes safety, independent work, and personal development goals, with an internship project and final presentation to stakeholders. English fluency and outdoor work capability are required.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in an Associate's, Bachelor's, or advanced degree program in Agriculture, Biological Sciences, or a closely related field.
• Continued enrollment after internship concludes (graduation date of December 2027 or later).
• A valid driver's license and a good driving record.
• Fluent in English.
• Ability to work outdoors and outside normal working hours.

Responsibilities

• Build knowledge of Syngenta, crop protection, and the product development process.
• Develop understanding of Crop Protection Field Development's role in research and development.
• Support field development trialing activities: planting, treatment application, maintenance, in-field data capture, data summarization, and hosting field tours.
• Develop understanding of collaboration with local Syngenta commercial teams (Sales, Agronomy Services).
• Learn processes and skills to develop products and technologies.
• Work independently, complying with safety guidelines.
• Identify personal development goals and pursue them.
• Manage an internship project under guidance of scientists.
• Deliver a final summary presentation to stakeholders.
• Participate in performance discussions with a supervisor.

Skills

Fluent in English

Outdoor work ability

Education

Associate's, Bachelor's, or advanced degree program in Agriculture or Biological Sciences

Job description

Your Role

Here's what you will be doing:

• Build knowledge of Syngenta, crop protection, and the product development process.
• Develop an understanding of Crop Protection Field Development's role in research and development.
• Support Crop Protection Field Development trialing activities, such as planting, treatment application, maintenance, in-field data capture, data summarization, and hosting field tours.
• Develop an understanding of Crop Protection Field Development's collaboration with local Syngenta commercial teams (e.g., Sales, Agronomy Services).
• Learn processes and skills utilized to develop products and technologies.
• Work independently, complying with Syngenta safety guidelines.
• Identify two to three personal development goals and pursue them throughout the internship.
• Manage an internship project under the guidance of Crop Protection Field Development Scientist(s).
• Deliver a final summary presentation of the internship project/experience to stakeholders.
• Participate in performance discussions with a supervisor to support continuous learning, growth, and professional development.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Current enrollment in an Associate's, Bachelor's, or advanced degree program in Agriculture, Biological Sciences, or a closely related field.
• Continued enrollment in an academic program after the internship concludes (graduation date of December 2027 or later).
• A valid driver's license and a good driving record.
• Fluent in English.
• Ability to work outdoors and outside normal working hours.
• Proficiency in operating basic farm equipment is beneficial but not required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly salary ranging from $20 to $45.
• A culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration.
• Promotion of professional development.
• Support for work-life balance.
• Competitive wages.
• Ongoing career development resources.
• Opportunities to work on meaningful, innovative projects.