Data Scientist Intern

Syngenta AG; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture of belonging

Professional development

Meaningful projects

Job summary

Syngenta's Vegetables R&D team in Raleigh, NC is offering a Data Scientist Intern position to work on ML models for data-driven recommendations supporting product advancement and placement decisions.

As part of the Emerging Talent Program, you'll gain hands-on experience across day-to-day operations, applying academic knowledge to real-world challenges while developing professional skills.

Estimated duration May 2027– August 2027; compensation $20-$45 per hour.

Qualifications

• PhD candidate in data science, quantitative genetics, CS or related field.
• Experience in AI/ML model development and evaluation.
• Ability to handle large, complex datasets efficiently.
• Strong programming skills in Python (preferred) and other languages.
• Hands-on experience with R&D data, such as genetic, phenotypic, or environmental data.
• Good written and oral communication with a proactive, collaborative approach.
• Proven ability to work in cross-functional teams and investigate complex problems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with data scientists on product advancement analytics.
• Gather, transform, and process large structured and unstructured datasets for model training.
• Develop methodologies to integrate and analyze varied data types.
• Develop and validate ML models for placement predictions.
• Document findings, model limitations, and strategic recommendations.

Skills

AI/ML model development

Python programming

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Written and verbal communication

Large dataset handling

Problem solving

Education

PhD candidate in data science or related field

Job description

At Syngenta Vegetables and Flowers, we're cultivating tomorrow's variety through innovative breeding that brings vibrant colors to gardens and nutritious vegetables to tables worldwide. We combine centuries of seed heritage with cutting-edge innovation to develop resilient, high-performing varieties that thrive in varied climates. Join us in shaping the future of sustainable horticulture, where every seed holds the potential to enhance lives through better nutrition and natural beauty.

Job Description

At Syngenta, our goal is to build the most collaborative and trustworthy team in agriculture, providing top-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that improve farmers' success. We invite you to help shape the future of agriculture and play a role in safely feeding the world while caring for our planet.

Syngenta's Vegetables R&D team is seeking a Data Scientist Intern in Raleigh, NC. This summer intern will work on cutting-edge projects developing ML models for data-driven recommendations to support product advancement and placement decisions.

As part of Syngenta's Emerging Talent Program, you will gain hands-on experience, exposure to day-to-day business operations, and opportunities to apply your academic knowledge to real-world challenges while developing your professional skills.

Estimated Duration: May 2027– August 2027

Accountabilities

• Collaborate with data scientists on the product advancement and placement analytics team for research initiatives.
• Gather, transform, and process large structured and unstructured datasets for model training.
• Develop methodologies to integrate and analyze varied data types.
• Develop and validate different ML models for placement predictions.
• Document research findings, model limitations, and strategic recommendations for future development.

Qualifications

Required

• PhD candidate in data science, quantitative genetics, computer science or related field.
• Demonstrated experience in AI/ML model development and evaluation.
• Proven ability to handle large, complex datasets efficiently.
• Strong programming skills in Python (preferred) and other relevant languages.
• Hands-on experience with R&D data, such as genetic data, phenotypic trial data, or environmental data, etc.
• Good written and oral communication skills with a proactive, collaborative approach.
• Proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical curiosity with ability to investigate complex problems and deliver innovative solutions.

Additional Information

Salary for this position ranges between $20 - $45 hourly.

What We Offer:

• A culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration, promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members.
• Competitive wages.
• The opportunity to work on meaningful, innovative projects that solve problems.

Syngenta is committed to creating a culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.