Cucurbits Germplasm Breeding Intern: Field & Data

Syngenta Seeds; Woodland (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture of belonging

Professional development

Work-life balance

Job summary

Syngenta Seeds in Woodland, CA seeks a Breeding Intern for Cucurbits Germplasm Development. You will support the breeding team in field evaluations, implement HT phenotyping, and help collect and curate data across multiple crops during a dynamic internship.

Qualified students pursuing Plant Biology/Genetics or related fields will gain hands-on experience in a leading vegetable seed program within Syngenta's Emerging Talent Initiative.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Student must be pursuing a bachelor’s or advanced degree in an applicable discipline (Plant Biology, Plant Breeding, Horticulture, Genetics, Agronomy, or another closely related major is preferred).
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) would be ideal but is not required.
• All applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Foster an operational culture founded on adherence to all applicable HSE and other corporate policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Support the Breeding Team in field-related activities for the evaluation of new experimental hybrids and new inbred lines.
• Implement High-Throughput Phenotyping protocols in Cucurbit programs.
• Implement electronic data collection protocols and procedures; collect, document, and curate data for accuracy and integrity.
• Manage and lead field crew activities during the field evaluation season.
• Assist breeding and market segment teams in collecting data for trait discovery and validation projects.
• Perform other duties as required to meet project needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent/self-motivated

Detail-oriented

Written and verbal communication

Innovative mindset

Plant breeding knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree candidate in Plant Biology / related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Syngenta Seeds in Woodland, CA seeks a Breeding Intern for Cucurbits Germplasm Development. You will support the breeding team in field evaluations, implement HT phenotyping, and help collect and curate data across multiple crops during a dynamic internship.

Qualified students pursuing Plant Biology/Genetics or related fields will gain hands-on experience in a leading vegetable seed program within Syngenta's Emerging Talent Initiative.