Vegetable Seed Field Production Research Intern

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Career development resources

Meaningful projects

Job summary

Syngenta in Pasco, WA offers a Vegetable Seed Production Research Intern position as part of the Emerging Talent Program. You will gain hands-on experience in field production research, seed lab work, data collection and day-to-day operations, applying your coursework to real-world challenges.

The role runs May 2027 through August 2027 and involves coordinating trial setup, conducting fieldwork, seed processing, inventory management and data analysis within a collaborative team focused on

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy, Plant Biology, or related field.
• Proficient in English and able to communicate clearly.
• U.S. work eligibility.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of plant physiology and seed biology.
• Familiarity with field research techniques.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate design, setup, and planting of Field Production Research trials.
• 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 and support analysis.
• Assist with lab seed treatments and field trial plantings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English

Driver's License

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Autonomous work

Microsoft Office

Field research

Seed biology knowledge

Plant physiology knowledge

Work eligibility in US

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy or Plant Biology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

About Syngenta

At Syngenta Vegetables and Flowers,we'recultivating tomorrow's variety through innovative breeding that brings vibrant colors to gardens and nutritious vegetables to tables worldwide. We combine centuries of seed heritage withcutting-edgeinnovation 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.

Job Description

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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Proficient in English.
• 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.

Additional Information

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
• Ongoing career development resources
• The opportunity to work on meaningful, innovative projects that solve problems

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

Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal. Learn more about our team and our mission here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN_51GbNI

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

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