Crop Protection Sales & Agronomy Intern

Syngenta Group • Fresno, CA

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About The Position

Syngenta Crop Protection is seeking a Crop Protection Sales & Agronomy Intern for its Sales Team in Fresno, California. This curriculum-based internship is part of Syngenta’s Emerging Talent Program and is designed to prepare students for leadership in territory sales in the agriculture industry. The intern will gain hands-on experience with day-to-day business operations and apply academic knowledge to real-world challenges while building professional skills.

The estimated internship duration is April 2027 through August 2027. The position focuses on California soil pathogen assessment sampling, sales-support and demonstration trials, and consultative engagement with growers and resellers. The intern will build product and agronomic expertise, develop communication, presentation, and leadership capabilities, and gain exposure to potential career opportunities at Syngenta. Successful completion qualifies the intern for a variety of roles, including the Developmental Sales Representative Program.

Requirements

• Sophomore or junior class standing and working toward a bachelor’s degree, preferably in agriculture or a related field.
• Must be a current student who will continue their education after the internship; expected graduation date must be December 2027 or later.
• Demonstrated leadership ability in student organizations and/or work experiences.
• Effective writing, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Valid driver’s license and an acceptable moving violations record.
• Strong customer focus, business acumen, resilience, interpersonal savvy, and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Lead logistics for the Soil Pathogen Assessment (SPA) sampling program in California.
• Collect samples, coordinate shipping, receive data, and prepare reports for Sales Representatives.
• Optimize and improve the SPA program for greater impact in the 2027 campaign.
• Increase the utility of California demonstration and sales-support trials.
• Engage growers and resellers in solution-based, consultative selling to achieve sales targets.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop effective ways of working for the Sales Team.
• Build product and agronomic expertise and develop communication, presentation, and leadership capabilities.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern