Agronomic Research Intern

Syngenta Group • Waterloo, NE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Syngenta’s Technical Agronomy Team is seeking an Agronomy Research Intern for its Emerging Talent Program. The role introduces the intern to the daily work of an Agronomic Research Scientist and to how agronomic data is generated to support improved seed product placement and positioning and maximize yield potential. The intern will take responsibility for a summer project and may present results to leadership at the end of the internship.

The intern will gain hands-on experience with trial design and execution, including work on corn and soybean yield trials. The position is onsite in Slater, Iowa, or Waterloo, Nebraska, and is estimated to run from May 2027 through August 2027. Work includes field and greenhouse activities, collaboration with research and operations teams, and participation in customer experience events such as field days.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program in Agronomy, Horticulture, Agricultural Business, or another closely related agricultural field.
• Understanding and use of modern agronomic practices.

Nice To Haves

• Sophomore or junior class standing is preferred.
• Ability to work in high- or low-temperature conditions in the field or greenhouse.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work long hours during time-critical periods of the growing season.
• Ability to use MS Office, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and other standard office software.
• Innovative approach, including looking for ways to improve work efficiencies through procedures or technologies.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Detail-oriented approach and ability to understand and follow procedures and policies.

Responsibilities

• Learn how agronomic data is generated to improve seed product placement and positioning and maximize yield potential.
• Develop an understanding of fundamental trial design and execution for answering specific agronomic questions.
• Help package, plant, take notes for, and harvest agronomic corn and soybean yield trials.
• Work with Research Trialing Operations and other groups on hand pollinations and phenotypic evaluations before, during, and after pollination.
• Assist in supervising seasonal labor during pollination.
• Regularly communicate project and work-activity status to peers and supervisors.
• Follow company safety and stewardship policies and practices, including completing required training courses.
• Participate in customer experience events, such as field days, to showcase Syngenta seed-development innovation.
• Take responsibility for a summer project and have the opportunity to report to leadership at the end of the internship.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Ongoing career development resources.
• Opportunity to work on meaningful, innovative projects that solve problems.
• Culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration, promotes professional development, and strives for work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED