Global Regulatory Sciences Field & Controlled Environments Intern

Vylor; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Vylor invites motivated students to join the Global Regulatory Sciences Field and Controlled Environments (FCE) team as a summer intern. You will work on controlled and field environment research, analyze large datasets, and contribute to regulatory submissions worldwide.

Gain hands-on experience generating scientific evidence, designing experiments, and developing recommendations to improve regulatory studies and efficiency, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in a relevant field (Agronomy, Plant Science, Crop Science, Biology, Data Science, Statistics, Agricultural Engineering or related).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and data management.
• Minimum cumulative GPA 3.0.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute greenhouse and growth chamber experiments under the guidance of Regulatory Sciences scientists.
• Evaluate methods to improve overwintering of crop plants used in regulatory studies.
• Conduct experiments to assess factors affecting pollen viability and pollen collection procedures.
• Collect, organize, analyze, and summarize experimental data.
• Document study observations and prepare technical summaries of findings.
• Participate in FCEs summer field activities such as tissue collection and pollinations.
• Compile and curate historical Regulatory Sciences field trial datasets.
• Analyze multi-year data to identify trends in study design, endpoint collection, data utility, and operational efficiency.
• Develop data visualizations and decision‑support tools to facilitate interpretation of historical study outcomes.
• Summarize findings and recommendations for future study planning and regulatory strategies.
• Present project updates to team members and stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Team collaboration

Written and verbal communication

Excel proficiency

Data management

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Agronomy/Crop Science/Biology/Data Science/Statistics or related field

Tools

Excel

R

Python

JMP

SAS

Job description

Join Vylor—Powering the Future of Agriculture

At Vylor, we’re advancing agriculture through breakthrough science—combining elite germplasm, cutting-edge biotech, and next-generation expertise in gene editing and molecular breeding. Our portfolio includes trusted industry brands like Pioneer®, Brevant®, and Hoegemeyer®, delivering performance farmers rely on.

Join us to help scale innovation globally and shape what’s next in crop science.

Vylor is seeking a highly motivated summer intern to join the Global Regulatory Sciences Field and Controlled Environments (FCE) team. This internship provides an opportunity to contribute to research projects that support the development of innovative agricultural technologies and future regulatory submissions worldwide.

The successful candidate will work on a combination of controlled and field environment research, and historical data analytics projects designed to improve scientific understanding, evaluate operational efficiencies, and explore new methodologies for regulatory studies. The intern will gain hands‑on experience generating scientific evidence, analyzing large datasets, and developing recommendations that support regulatory decision‑making and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Controlled Environment and Field Research

• Design and execute greenhouse and growth chamber experiments under the guidance of Regulatory Sciences scientists.
• Evaluate methods to improve overwintering of crop plants used in regulatory studies.
• Conduct experiments to assess factors affecting pollen viability and pollen collection procedures.
• Collect, organize, analyze, and summarize experimental data.
• Document study observations and prepare technical summaries of findings.
• Participate in FCEs summer field activities such as tissue collection and pollinations

Data Analytics and Regulatory Science Projects

• Compile and curate historical Regulatory Sciences field trial datasets.
• Analyze multi-year data to identify trends in study design, endpoint collection, data utility, and operational efficiency.
• Evaluate opportunities to streamline regulatory field studies while maintaining scientific rigor.
• Develop data visualizations and decision‑support tools to facilitate interpretation of historical study outcomes.
• Summarize findings and recommendations for future study planning and regulatory strategies.

Scientific Communication

• Present project updates to team members and stakeholders.
• Prepare a final technical report and presentation summarizing project outcomes.
• Participate in team meetings and gain exposure to regulatory science, biotechnology product development, and global regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

Required

• Currently pursuing a B.S. or M.S. degree in Agronomy, Plant Science, Crop Science, Biology, Data Science, Statistics, Agricultural Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and data management.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0

Preferred

• Experience with experimental design and statistical analysis.
• Familiarity with R, Python, JMP, SAS, or other analytical software.
• Interest in regulatory science, biotechnology, plant breeding, or agricultural research.
• Experience working in greenhouses, growth chambers, laboratories, or field research environments.
• Interest in emerging technologies such as remote sensing, digital agriculture, or automated data collection systems.

Corteva announced to separate our current advanced seed and genetics business to establish a standalone company, operating as Vylor, Inc. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to legal requirements and board approval. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the separation, you would be an employee of Vylor, Inc. and your employment would be governed by Vylor, Inc. employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by Vylor, Inc. at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.

Vylor is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.