Seeds Production Research Parent Characterization Intern

UEC; Town of Malta (NY); Vor Ort; USD 28.000 - 62.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive wages

Career development resources

Work-life balance

Inclusive culture

Zusammenfassung

UEC in Malta is seeking an intern to support seed parent characterization research, manage field trials, gather data, and perform agronomic evaluations. You will help execute experiments and contribute to project outcomes in a hands-on environment.

Lead on-site activities such as trial design, maintenance, harvesting, and lab tasks, with data analysis and reporting. The role rewards clear communication, independent work, and a proactive approach to learning within a safety-conscious, sustainable

Qualifikationen

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Enrollment in Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Biology, Ag Business, or related field with graduation in December 2027 or later.
• Current student continuing education after the internship.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Preference for Sophomore or Junior standing.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Strong written and spoken communication.
• Detail-oriented with adherence to procedures and policies.
• Self-motivated with minimal supervision.
• Curiosity and eagerness to learn.
• Previous internship or co-op in agriculture preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with farm work or outdoor work preferred but not required.

Aufgaben

• Support seed parent characterization research through field trial management, data collection, agronomic evaluations, and project execution.
• Lead activities at one Seed Parent Characterization location, including trial design, preparation, maintenance, harvesting, laboratory tasks, and data analysis.
• Assess important traits for seed production to strengthen new product advancements.
• Manage and execute field activities such as planting, plot maintenance, harvest, applying treatments, and collecting observations.
• Support other Seed Parent Characterization and agronomic trial activities.
• Maintain communication with project managers, SPR Scientists, Agronomists, Parent Seed colleagues, and other departments from breeding to commercial seed production.
• Assist with managing and developing part-time workers.
• Analyze data and prepare reports and presentations for assigned projects.
• Ensure all activities comply with company safety procedures and promote environmentally sustainable solutions.

Kenntnisse

Strong communication

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Independent work

Curiosity

Ausbildung

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree program enrollment in Agronomy/Biology/Ag Business or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Support seed parent characterization research through field trial management, data collection, agronomic evaluations, and project execution.
• Lead activities at one Seed Parent Characterization location, including trial design, preparation, maintenance, harvesting, laboratory tasks, and data analysis.
• Assess important traits for seed production to strengthen new product advancements.
• Manage and execute field activities such as planting, plot maintenance, harvest, applying treatments, and collecting observations.
• Support other Seed Parent Characterization and agronomic trial activities.
• Maintain communication with project managers, SPR Scientists, Agronomists, Parent Seed colleagues, and other departments from breeding to commercial seed production.
• Assist with managing and developing part-time workers.
• Analyze data and prepare reports and presentations for assigned projects.
• Ensure all activities comply with company safety procedures and promote environmentally sustainable solutions.

About You

The company is looking for:

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program in Agronomy, Biology, Ag Business, or a closely related field, with graduation in December 2027 or later.
• Current student continuing education after the internship.
• A valid Driver's License.
• Preference for Sophomore or Junior standing.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Strong communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Detail-oriented with adherence to procedures and policies.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Confidence to ask questions and demonstrate curiosity.
• Eagerness to learn and grow in the role.
• Previous internship or co-op experience related to agriculture preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with farm work, crops, or outdoor work preferred but not required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly salary ranging from $20 to $45.
• A culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration.
• Promotion of professional development and work-life balance.
• Competitive wages.
• Ongoing career development resources.
• Opportunities to work on meaningful, innovative projects.

Training & Development

Gain hands-on experience and exposure to day-to-day business operations through Syngenta's Emerging Talent Program, applying academic knowledge to real-world challenges while developing professional skills.