Seed Conditioning Process Engineering Intern

Syngenta Group•Slater, IA

19h

About The Position

This internship role will be exposed to research activities, allowing the intern to apply their academic background while developing skills in Design of Experiments, seed process design and improvement projects for seed handling and testing, data analysis, and ultimately gaining exposure to both Production & Supply plants, labs, and Research & Development at Syngenta. 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

Requirements

Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent.
Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy, Biology, Ag Business, Precision Agriculture, Ag Mechanized Systems, Ag Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or another closely related field of study.
Must have a valid Driver's License.
All applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

A high level of communication (oral and/or written) is extremely important to keep the team organized and ensure high-quality project execution.
Attention to detail and agility to adjust plans and execute accordingly.
Independent, self-motivated, driven, and customer-focused individual able to produce high-quality data.
Experience in Agriculture and/or Process Engineering is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Accountability that all tasks and activities assigned are executed according to the Company’s Health, Safety, and Environmental policies and procedures.
Develop a knowledgeable understanding of Hybrid Seed Production, with a focus on process engineering improvements and innovation within Seeds Production Research.
Utilize innovative agriculture technologies and tools to drive efficiencies at conditioning plants and seed labs.
Encourage an environment for creative thinking on process improvement in all aspects of Seeds Production Research.
Lead and own responsibility for assigned projects and learn project management skills.
Focus areas can comprise seed drying, handling, sorting, treating, packaging, and equipment testing for new technologies.
Support internal trials and promote data-driven decisions through data analysis and statistics.
Develop strong communication skills and visual management tools to promote concise and productive communication.
Build a better understanding of the end-to-end seeds business through exposure and tours of other functions.
Skills developed throughout the internship will culminate in a final report and presentation to key stakeholders and management of the assigned trial.
Assist with the design and exploration of various optical tools for seed quality analysis, troubleshooting, and productivity improvements.