Crop Protection Field Development Intern

LPU Batangas; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture of collaboration

Professional development resources

Work-life balance

Competitive wages

Job summary

Syngenta Crop Protection invites motivated students to join a hands-on internship in Crop Protection Field Development. You will learn about the research and development process, assist in trialing activities, and participate in field tours with sales and agronomy teams.

You will create a final project presentation and engage in regular performance discussions to support your growth. Applicants should be enrolled in Agriculture or Biological Sciences, remain enrolled after internship, and have a

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Agriculture or Biological Sciences program.
• Graduation date December 2027 or later.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
• Fluent in English.
• Able to work outdoors and outside normal hours.
• Basic farm equipment operation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build knowledge of Syngenta, crop protection, and product development.
• Develop understanding of Crop Protection Field Development’s role in R&D.
• Support trialing activities: planting, treatment application, maintenance, in-field data capture and data summarization.
• Host field tours with local Syngenta commercial teams such as Sales and Agronomy Services.
• Acquire skills used to develop products and technologies.
• Work independently while following safety guidelines.
• Identify and pursue 2–3 personal development goals.
• Manage an internship project under guidance from scientists.
• Deliver a final summary presentation to stakeholders.
• Participate in performance discussions with a supervisor.

Skills

English fluency

Driver’s license

Outdoor work

Farm equipment basics

Related field study (Agriculture/Biolo

Education

Associate/Bachelor or higher 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, including planting, treatment application, maintenance, in-field data capture, data summarization, and hosting field tours.
• Learn about collaboration between Crop Protection Field Development and local Syngenta commercial teams such as Sales and Agronomy Services.
• Acquire skills and knowledge used to develop products and technologies.
• Work independently while complying with Syngenta safety guidelines.
• Identify and pursue two to three personal development goals during the internship.
• Manage an internship project under guidance from Crop Protection Field Development Scientist(s).
• Deliver a final summary presentation of the internship project and experience to stakeholders.
• Participate in performance discussions with a supervisor to support continuous learning and professional growth.

About You

The company is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements:

• Currently enrolled in an Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or advanced degree program in Agriculture, Biological Sciences, or a closely related field.
• Will remain enrolled in an academic program after the internship ends (graduation date December 2027 or later).
• Hold a valid driver’s license with 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 and work-life balance.
• Competitive wages.
• Ongoing career development resources.
• Opportunities to work on meaningful, innovative projects.