Geospatial Remote Sensing Intern at Syngenta

University of Delaware; United States; Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision)

401k plan with company match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Education Assistance

Wellness Programs

Job summary

A leading agricultural company is seeking a graduate intern to support their Global Germplasm Development Pipeline by utilizing high-resolution satellite imagery and advanced geospatial analytics. This role involves analyzing satellite data, collaborating with research teams, and developing algorithms. Ideal candidates are currently enrolled in graduate programs related to Remote Sensing or GIS, possess strong analytical skills, and are proficient in Python or R programming. Competitive benefits and a culture of inclusion are offered.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a graduate degree related to geospatial sciences.
• Proficient in programming with Python or R and understanding of GIS software.
• Knowledge of machine learning applications in remote sensing.

Responsibilities

• Process high-resolution satellite imagery from various sources.
• Develop algorithms for agronomic trait estimation.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate remote sensing insights.

Skills

Spatial reasoning

Analytical problem-solving

Effective communication

Geospatial programming using Python

Understanding of GIS software

Experience with machine learning applications

Education

Currently enrolled as a graduate student

Degree in Remote Sensing, GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, Agricultural Engineering, Geospatial Science, Data Science, or Computer Science

Tools

Python (rasterio, geopandas, GDAL)

R (terra, sf, raster)

ArcGIS Pro

QGIS

Cloud-based geospatial platforms

Job description

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Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Syngenta seeds improve the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and more productive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer inputs.

Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions.

Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States.

Job Description

Role Overview

Support Syngenta’s Global Germplasm Development Pipeline through applying high-resolution satellite imagery and advanced geospatial analytics to extract actionable insights from multi-source satellite data to enhance breeding pipelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and analyze high-resolution satellite imagery from commercial and public sources.
• Develop and validate remote sensing algorithms for physiological, agronomic, and performance trait estimation
• Build automated geospatial workflows for large-scale image processing, feature extraction, and temporal analysis across diverse growing regions
• Lead an independent research project focused on satellite-based methodology or algorithm development, culminating in a presentation to research leadership
• Collaborate with breeders and trialing teams to ground-truth satellite observations and translate remote sensing insights into actionable recommendations
• Document analytical methods, create reproducible code, and maintain technical documentation for geospatial pipelines

What Success Looks Like

This internship provides hands‑on experience with cutting‑edge satellite technology and precision agriculture applications. You'll contribute to operational remote sensing systems that impact crop management decisions across thousands of acres globally, while building skills applicable to careers in digital agriculture, geospatial analytics, or graduate research.

Qualifications

Required:

• Currently enrolled as a graduate student in an accredited college/university
• Pursuing degree in Remote Sensing, GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, Agricultural Engineering, Geospatial Science, Data Science, Computer Science, or related discipline

Preferred:

• Strong spatial reasoning and analytical problem‑solving abilities
• Effective communication skills for technical and non‑technical audiences
• Proficiency in geospatial programming using Python (rasterio, geopandas, GDAL) and/or R (terra, sf, raster)
• Understanding of GIS software (ArcGIS Pro, QGIS) and spatial databases
• Experience with machine learning applications in remote sensing (classification, regression, object detection)
• Familiarity with cloud‑based geospatial platforms (Google Earth Engine, AWS, Planetary Computer)

Additional Information

What We Offer:

• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work‑life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs.
• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution.
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits.
• Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal.
• Learn more about our team and our mission here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN_51GbNI

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.