Seeds Production Research Intern: Parent Characterization

Syngenta Group; Slater (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture of belonging

Competitive wages

Meaningful, innovative projects

Job summary

Syngenta Group in Slater, IA invites applications for a Seeds Production Research Parent Characterization Intern. You will assist in field trial management, data collection, and agronomic evaluations to advance seed production within our Emerging Talent Program.

This internship runs May 2027 through August 2027 and welcomes current students in Agronomy, Biology, or related fields who can lift up to 30 pounds and work outdoors.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program in Agronomy, Biology, Ag Business, or related field with a December 2027 or later graduation.
• Must be a current student continuing education after the internship.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Assist with trial design, preparation, maintenance, harvesting and data analysis.
• Lead one Seed Parent Characterization location and support others.
• Support field activities: planting, plot maintenance and harvest.
• Communicate with project managers, SPR Scientists, and agronomists.
• Analyze data and prepare a report/presentation for the project.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree program in Agronomy, Biology, Ag Business or related field (graduation Dec 2027 or later)

Job description

Syngenta Group in Slater, IA invites applications for a Seeds Production Research Parent Characterization Intern. You will assist in field trial management, data collection, and agronomic evaluations to advance seed production within our Emerging Talent Program.

This internship runs May 2027 through August 2027 and welcomes current students in Agronomy, Biology, or related fields who can lift up to 30 pounds and work outdoors.