Seeds Operations Intern

Syngenta Group•Woodland, CA

7d•$20 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Syngenta's Operations & Trialing Team is seeking a Seeds Operations Intern in Woodland, California. The intern will carry out greenhouse, cage, and field activities to support consistent, timely, and reliable operational delivery. As part of Syngenta's Emerging Talent Program, the role offers hands-on experience with day-to-day business operations and opportunities to apply academic knowledge to real-world challenges while developing professional skills. The intern will work alongside the Agronomist and Operations Teams on key projects and deliverables related to vegetable seed processing. The role also includes completing a project on potential production improvements and presenting findings to the Operations Team in Woodland.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Enrollment in a Bachelor's or advanced degree program in an applicable discipline.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
Self-motivated, results-oriented approach.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
Ability to understand and follow procedures and policies accurately.
Valid driver's license and personal transportation to and from the Woodland Site Office.
Ability to build relationships and work well in a team-based environment.
Ability to manage deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to organize information and data.
Ability to learn, willingness to ask questions, and ability to adapt to change.

Nice To Haves

A major in Agronomy, Agricultural Business, Plant Science/Biology, or another closely related field.
Sophomore or Junior class standing.
Bilingual English and Spanish skills.
Ability to analyze crops and communicate information in writing and orally.
Innovative approach and interest in improving work efficiency and field-related technologies.

Responsibilities

Promote an operational culture based on adherence to applicable HSE and other corporate policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Conduct accurate and timely crop scouting and collect data on emergence and vegetative growth stages, pollination dates, stand counts, and IPM scouting thresholds.
Perform planting, scouting, weed and insect management, rouging, safety, training, harvesting, and reporting activities at the site.
Complete a project studying potential production improvements and present findings to the Operations Team in Woodland, California.
Perform other duties as required to meet field operations needs.
Work with the Agronomist and Operations Teams to execute key projects and deliverables in vegetable seed processing.