R&D Intern – Biology

Corteva Agriscience; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Corteva Agriscience is offering full-time summer internships in our Research and Development organization in Indianapolis, Indiana. Interns will collaborate with experienced scientists in an industrial R&D setting to build skills, contribute to meaningful projects, and network across the company.

You will participate in all phases of research, maintain safety, and develop independent thinking. The program culminates in a final poster presentation to colleagues and peers.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in Biology or related field.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Must relocate to Indianapolis, IN for the duration of the internship.
• Must be able to work full-time (40 hours per week) for at least 10 weeks during May–August.
• Experience with aseptic technique, microbial or mammalian cell culture, live cell imaging and molecular biology techniques (qPCR / ddPCR) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all phases of research from planning to analysis under supervision.
• Work safely and uphold Corteva's safety culture.
• Demonstrate independent and creative thinking by observing, interpreting data, and drawing conclusions.
• Present project reviews and a final poster at internship end.

Skills

Relocation to Indianapolis

Full-time internship (40 h/wk)

Molecular biology techniques (qPCR/ddi

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in Biology or related field

Minimum 3.0 GPA

Job description

Grow what's next. Grow your future. Are you excited to contribute to innovative research that advances food security and sustainability? Corteva Agriscience is seeking students for full-time internships within our Research and Development organization in Indianapolis, Indiana. Interns will work closely with experienced scientists and technical experts in an industrial R&D setting, with opportunities to build skills, contribute to meaningful projects, and network across the company.

What You'll Do

• Participate in all phases of research including planning, preparation, calibration, application, evaluation, and analysis with supervisor.
• Work in a safe manner and embody Corteva's safety culture.
• Demonstrate independent and creative thinking by making novel observations, interpreting data, and drawing sound scientific conclusions.
• Present project reviews throughout the summer and a final poster before colleagues and peers.

What Skills You Need

• Currently pursuing a Bachelors, Masters, or Doctorate degree in Biology or related field
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Must be able to relocate to Indianapolis, IN for the duration of the internship.
• Must be able to work full-time (40 hours per week) for at least 10 weeks during the timeframe of May to August.
• Experience with aseptic technique, microbial or mammalian cell culture, live cell imaging and molecular biology techniques (qPCR / ddPCR) a plus but not required

Corteva Agriscience 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.