Vegetable Seed Field Production Research Intern

Syngenta Group; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Professional development

Work-life balance

Job summary

Syngenta Group in Pasco, WA is seeking a Vegetable Seed Field Production Research Intern to gain hands-on experience in field trials, seed lab work, and data collection as part of the Emerging Talent Program.

You will coordinate setup and planting of FPR trials, perform lab tasks, harvest seeds, manage inventories, and support data analysis while pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Agronomy or Plant Biology and meeting US work eligibility.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy, Plant Biology, or closely related field.
• Must have valid Driver's License and be eligible to work in the U.S.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills desired.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate design, setup, and planting of Field Production Research trials at required locations.
• Perform seed lab work: trial setup, field mapping, planting prep, seed cleaning, labeling.
• Conduct fieldwork: planting, staking, pollination, data acquisition, seed harvest.
• Process seed from field studies.
• Assist in managing seed inventories for experiments.
• Manage data from experiments: acquisition and analysis support.
• Assist with lab seed treatment applications and related field trial plantings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Autonomy

Independent

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy or Plant Biology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vegetable Seed Field Production Research Intern

• Intern

At Syngenta Vegetables and Flowers, we're cultivating tomorrow's variety through innovative breeding that brings vibrant colors to gardens and nutritious vegetables to tables worldwide. We combine centuries of seed heritage with cutting-edge innovation to develop resilient, high-performing varieties that thrive in diverse climates. Join us in shaping the future of sustainable horticulture, where every seed holds the potential to enhance lives through better nutrition and natural beauty.

At Syngenta, our goal is to build the most collaborative and trustworthy team in agriculture, providing top-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that improve farmers' success. We invite you to help shape the future of agriculture and play a role in safely feeding the world while caring for our planet.

Syngenta's SE Production Operations Team is seeking a Vegetable Seed Production Research Intern in Pasco, WA.

As part of Syngenta's Emerging Talent Program, you will gain hands-on experience, exposure to day-to-day business operations, and opportunities to apply your academic knowledge to real-world challenges while developing your professional skills.

Duration:
May 2027 - August 2027

Accountabilities:

• Coordinate the design, set-up, and planting of Field Production Research (FPR) trials at all required locations domestically.
• Perform seed lab work, such as trial setup, field mapping, planting preparation, seed cleaning, and labeling.
• Perform fieldwork, such as planting, staking, pollination, data acquisition, and seed harvest.
• Process seed from field studies.
• Assist in managing seed inventories in order to conduct required experiments.
• Manage data from experiments, which comprises acquisition and analysis support.
• Assist with lab seed treatment applications and related field trial plantings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy, Plant Biology, or another closely related agricultural field of study.
• Must have a valid Driver's License.
• All applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S.
• Communication: The ability to communicate information well (both written and spoken) is highly desired.
• Detail/Accuracy-Oriented: All procedures and policies must be understood and followed.
• Autonomous: An independent individual who is self-motivated and needs little supervision.
• Previous internship and/or co-op experience related to agriculture is preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of plant physiology.
• Knowledge of seed biology.
• Knowledge of field research techniques and technology.

Salary for this position ranges between $20 - $45 hourly.

What We Offer:

• A culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration, promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members.
• Competitive wages
• The opportunity to work on meaningful, innovative projects that solve problems

Syngenta is committed to creating a culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.