R & D Intern - Engineering

Corteva Agriscience; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Corteva Agriscience is offering full-time internship opportunities in Indianapolis, Indiana, within our Research and Development organization. Interns will partner with experienced scientists and technical experts in an industrial R&D setting, contributing to meaningful projects and gaining diverse networking opportunities across the company.

The program seeks students pursuing Bachelors, Masters, or Doctorate degrees in Chemical, Mechanical, or Agricultural Engineering, with a minimum GPA of

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Agricultural Engineering.
• GPA of at least 3.0 is required.
• Must relocate to Indianapolis, Indiana for the duration of the internship.
• Must be available to work full-time (40 hours/week) for at least 10 weeks (May–August).

Responsibilities

• Participate in all phases of research including planning, preparation, calibration, application, evaluation, and analysis with supervisor.
• Work safely and follow Corteva’s safety culture.
• Demonstrate independent and creative thinking by making novel observations and interpreting data.
• Present project reviews during the summer and a final poster before colleagues.

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/Doctorate in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Agricultural Engineering

Minimum 3.0 GPA

Job description

Who are we, and what do we do? 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, conduct meaningful projects, and network across the company.

What You’ll Do

Interns will participate in a project in one of many engineering related fields such as mechanical engineering, design/automation, agricultural engineering, chemical engineering, scalability/materials processing, polymer/materials synthesis and characterization, and colloids/surface-active agents.

• 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 Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Agricultural Engineering
• 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.

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.