Job: Seed Production Intern

Company : Corteva; Delmas; On-site; ZAR 45,000 - 89,000; Part time

Job summary

Corteva Agriscience is offering an internship in the Breeding team focused on maize phenotyping. You will assist with planning, planting, data collection, and harvesting in field trials, gaining hands-on experience in agronomy and plant breeding.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather. A valid driver’s license and strong communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or Diploma in scientific related field, or 1–2 years industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Background in Agronomy and/or Plant Breeding.
• Ability to make timely decisions, assist to solve problems and build consensus.
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills for teamwork and building relationships.
• Ability to supervise.
• Proficiency in Office software (spreadsheets, email, calendar, presentations).
• Always comply with safety regulations and country laws.
• High workload with long hours and weekend work during seasonal peaks.
• Ability to work outside in all kinds of weather.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

Skills

Agronomy

Plant Breeding

Teamwork

Communication

Office software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in agriculture

Diploma in related scientific field

Tools

Office software

Job description

At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what’s next. You will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – leading breakthroughs in the innovation and application of science and technology. In this role, you will use your research/agricultural experience to serve as a team member in the Breeding team to conduct planning, planting, data collection and harvesting of Research phenotyping activities for Maize.

Responsibilities

• Background in Agronomy and/or Plant Breeding
• Ability to make timely decisions, assist to solve problems and build consensus
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills are required for fostering teamwork, enhancing a good working environment, and effectively developing strong working relationships with a diverse group of people
• Ability to supervise
• Technical and mechanical skills are beneficial
• Proficiency in Office software such as spreadsheets, email, calendar and presentation software
• Always comply with safety regulations and country laws
• High workload with long hours and weekend work during seasonal peaks
• Ability to work outside in all kinds of weather
• Valid driver’s license is required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or Diploma in scientific related field or 1-2 years industry related experience required

Hiring organization

Corteva

Employment Type: internship