Trait Integration Intern — Grow Crop Science & Impact

Vylor, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Vylor, Inc. invites motivated students to join a 3-month internship at the Growth Chamber Facility in Johnston, Iowa. You will support soybean and wheat population development and trait integration within plant breeding and trait development projects.

Responsibilities include growth chamber tasks, data collection, and project-level reporting. This role offers exposure to a diverse range of research activities and potential paths to full-time roles or graduate study.

Qualifications

• Sophomore or higher student enrolled at an accredited university.
• Pursuing studies in agronomy, horticulture, plant sciences, or related field.
• Minimum GPA 3.0 preferred.
• Willing to relocate to Johnston, Iowa for duration.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day growth chamber tasks: planting, pollinating, sampling.
• Collect high-quality data and maintain accurate records.
• Assist Corteva Vylor located at the research facility.
• Manage your own research project with group reporting.
• Gain experience for future full-time roles or grad studies.

Skills

Agronomy

Horticulture

Plant Physiology

Plant Pathology

Genetics

Biology

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student

Job description

Vylor, Inc. invites motivated students to join a 3-month internship at the Growth Chamber Facility in Johnston, Iowa. You will support soybean and wheat population development and trait integration within plant breeding and trait development projects.

Responsibilities include growth chamber tasks, data collection, and project-level reporting. This role offers exposure to a diverse range of research activities and potential paths to full-time roles or graduate study.