Crop Protection Sales & Agronomy Intern
About The Position
Syngenta's Sales Team is seeking a Crop Protection Sales & Agronomy Intern in Fresno, California. This curriculum-based, integrated learning opportunity prepares students to pursue leadership in territory sales in the agriculture industry. As part of Syngenta's Emerging Talent Program, the intern gains hands-on experience, exposure to day-to-day business operations, and opportunities to apply academic knowledge to real-world challenges while developing professional skills. The estimated internship duration is April 2027 through August 2027. The intern will lead logistics for California's Soil Pathogen Assessment sampling program, support improvements to the program and California demonstration and sales-support trials, and engage growers and resellers in consultative selling. The role also develops product and agronomic expertise, communication, presentation, and leadership capabilities. Upon successful completion, participants may qualify for roles within Syngenta, including its Developmental Sales Representative Program.
Requirements
- Sophomore or junior class standing while working toward a bachelor's degree.
- Must be a current student who will continue their education after the internship; 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.
Nice To Haves
- A bachelor's degree in agriculture or a related field is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead logistics for the Soil Pathogen Assessment (SPA) sampling program in California, including taking samples, coordinating shipping, receiving data, and preparing reports for SRs.
- Optimize and improve the current SPA program to increase its 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
- Professional development
- Meaningful, innovative projects
- Work-life balance
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Career Level
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