Research Intern (Breeding)

Beck'S Superior Hybrids; Olivia (MN); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend provided

Job summary

Beck's Superior Hybrids in Olivia, MN invites a Research Intern (Breeding) for a part-time, on-site summer internship from May to August 2027. You will support the Research Department across corn and soybean projects, including performance testing, breeding, molecular markers, and product development, with housing arrangements available.

This paid internship emphasizes hands-on learning, data collection, plot planting, seed preparation, and potential lab assistance in molecular marker and

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a college student.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and insurable driving record.
• Safety-sensitive position.

Responsibilities

• Seed preparation and housing logistics for extended periods.
• Plot planting at Beck's locations and travel with staff.
• Data collection of early to mid-season agronomic notes.
• Breeding nursery support including pollination activities.
• Laboratory involvement with molecular markers and transformation labs.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Prioritization

Independent work

Teamwork

Supervision-free work

Education

Currently enrolled college student

Job description

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Research Intern (Breeding)

Intern Part-Time Olivia, MN, Olivia, MN, US 1 Attachments

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2381

Duration: Paid Internship from May - August 2027.

Housing: Furnished housing or stipend provided.

What to expect: Valuable experience related to the agriculture industry, professional development, summer project, etc.

Purpose and Scope

Interns will be responsible for learning about and assisting with Beck's Research Department. Interns will have the opportunity to take part in several facets of corn and soybean research including performance testing, corn breeding, molecular markers, transformation, and product development.

Responsibilities

• Seed Preparation
  • Travel and work at Beck's location for an extended period of time (housing provided) and assist with preparing seed for the upcoming planting season.
• Plot Planting
  • Travel with Beck's staff to outlying locations to assist with planting test plots.
• Data Collection
  • Assist with collecting early and mid-season agronomic notes.
• Breeding Nursery
  • May travel and work at a Beck's location for an extended period of time (housing provided) and assist with pollinating Beck's corn breeding nursery.
• Laboratory
  • May assist in molecular marker and/or transformation labs.
• Other duties as required by supervisor.

Job Requirements

Education and training:

• Currently enrolled as a college student
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and insurable driving record as determined by Beck's automobile insurance policy.
• This is a safety-sensitive position.

Technical knowledge:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Possess positive attitude
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently, work as a team member and proceed with objectives without supervision
• Overtime is required
• Overnight travel is required

Experience:

• Agriculture experience preferred

In an effort to provide a safer, drug-free workplace for employees, all full-time applicants to whom offers of employment are made must submit to a drug test and background check, subject to applicable local, state, or federal laws or regulations. Employment at Beck's is contingent upon passing these pre-employment screenings.