Crop Protection Research Intern: Field Trials & Data

Brandon University; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture of belonging

Competitive wages

Meaningful projects

Job summary

Syngenta Canada is seeking a Crop Protection Development Assistant Intern in Portage la Prairie, MB to work with our research team on a small-plot program focused on wheat, barley, canola, and pulse crops in Western Canada.

As part of the Emerging Talent Program, you will gain hands-on experience, learn data collection methods, and develop professional skills while contributing to product development. Duration: May 2027 – August 2027.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and excitement for learning.
• Currently pursuing post‑secondary education; preference given to Agriculture.
• Class 5 license minimum.
• Comfortable wearing a respirator and working mainly outdoors.
• Ability to repetitively lift 20 lbs. and work outdoors for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on experience to understand crop production requirements in key crops.
• Agronomic training to identify crop staging and pest identification.
• Knowledge of safe operation of small research equipment and the use of chemicals.
• Understanding of data requirements and methodology in Product Development.
• Leadership, teamwork, and time management skills.
• Operation of small agricultural farm equipment (tractors, planters).
• Initiating trials and field testing of experimental products under development.
• Data collection and adherence to written protocols.
• Monitoring and managing site maintenance and activities.

Skills

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Education

Class 5 license

Currently pursuing post‑secondary education (Agriculture preferred)

Job description

Syngenta Canada is seeking a Crop Protection Development Assistant Intern in Portage la Prairie, MB to work with our research team on a small-plot program focused on wheat, barley, canola, and pulse crops in Western Canada.

As part of the Emerging Talent Program, you will gain hands-on experience, learn data collection methods, and develop professional skills while contributing to product development. Duration: May 2027 – August 2027.