Sales Excellence Intern

Corteva Agriscience; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Vylor, Inc. is seeking Sales Excellence Interns to join the Tours Team.

This internship provides hands-on event planning, tour coordination, and cross-functional exposure across the organization, helping develop skills in communication, project management, and stakeholder coordination. Interns will work with internal teams to deliver visitor experiences for diverse groups and gain understanding of multiple business functions, while contributing to the success of tours and events.

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Communications, Marketing, Hospitality Management, Business, Event Management, Public Relations, Agricultural Business, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive, professional, and customer-focused mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, organizing, and executing visitor tours and special events.
• Coordinate logistics including schedules, agendas, transportation, meeting spaces, visitor communications, and event materials.
• Support tour-day operations, check-in activities, safety briefings, and attendee management.
• Help maintain detailed project timelines and event plans to ensure smooth execution.
• Partner with internal teams to coordinate tour stops, presenters, and facility visits.
• Deliver professional experiences for visitors, employees, customers, and groups.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Verbal & written communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Hospitality Management, Business, Event Management, Public Relations, Agricultural Business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

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 Sales Excellence Interns to join the Tours Team! This internship will help gain a broad understanding of the business by supporting corporate tours, visitor experiences, intern programs, and special events across the organization. This role provides exposure to multiple functions, leaders, and facilities while developing strong event management, organization, communication, and project coordination skills.

Interns will work closely with the Tours Team to deliver professional experiences for visitors, employees, customers, university groups, and other stakeholders. Through hands‑on learning and cross‑functional collaboration, interns will build a foundational understanding of the company's operations and culture while contributing to the success of tours and events.

Key Responsibilities

Event & Tour Coordination

• Assist with planning, organizing, and executing visitor tours and special events.

• Coordinate logistics including schedules, agendas, transportation, meeting spaces, visitor communications, and event materials.

• Support tour‑day operations, check‑in activities, safety briefings, and attendee management.

• Help maintain detailed project timelines and event plans to ensure smooth execution.

• Partner with internal teams to coordinate tour stops, presenters, and facility visits.

Visitor Experience

• Serve as a professional ambassador for the organization by ensuring visitors have a welcoming and informative experience.

• Communicate with tour participants before and during events.

• Answer questions, assist with wayfinding, and help facilitate positive interactions between visitors and business representatives.

• Support the collection of feedback and recommendations for continuous improvement.

Organization & Project Management

• Track event details, registration information, attendance lists, and planning documents.

• Assist with creating and updating presentations, schedules, communications, and event materials.

• Maintain accurate records and ensure information is communicated clearly across stakeholders.

• Contribute to special projects as assigned by the Tours Team.

Business Exposure & Professional Development

• Develop an understanding of multiple business functions through participation in tours, events, and cross‑functional interactions.

• Build relationships with employees, leaders, and subject matter experts across the organization.

• Participate in training, team meetings, and professional development opportunities.

• Take ownership of assigned projects and contribute ideas that enhance the visitor and employee experience.

Required Qualifications

• Current undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Communications, Marketing, Hospitality Management, Business, Event Management, Public Relations, Agricultural Business, or a related field.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

• Positive, professional, and customer‑focused mindset.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience coordinating events, student organizations, campus activities, or customer service initiatives.

• Experience leading groups, presenting information, or facilitating activities.

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.

• Interest in agriculture, business operations, marketing, or corporate communications.

Desired Competencies

• Communication

• Event Management

• Organization & Planning

• Professionalism

• Adaptability

• Customer Focus

• Initiative

• Teamwork

• Relationship Building

• Problem Solving

What Interns Will Gain

• Exposure to a wide variety of business functions and leaders.

• Hands‑on event planning and execution experience.

• Opportunities to strengthen communication, project management, and organizational skills.

• Professional networking and career development opportunities.

• A comprehensive understanding of how visitor engagement supports the business and its culture.

Are you a good match? We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

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.

Corteva Agriscience™ is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to boldly embracing the power of inclusion, diversity, and equity to enrich the lives of our employees and strengthen the performance of our company, while advancing equity in agriculture. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. Discrimination, harassment and retaliation are inconsistent with our values and will not be tolerated. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit:Accessibility Page for Contact Information

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