About the role#
This summer internship offers hands-on experience in wheat breeding operations. You will work outdoors alongside a team of experts during the wheat harvest season. This is a full-time, paid position based in Champaign, Illinois, running through the summer of 2027.
What you'll do#
- Hand harvest research material in wheat fields.
- Assist with combine harvesting of yield plots.
- Operate research equipment such as threshers, cleaners, and seed counters.
- Organize seed stocks in the warehouse for future sowing.
- Support field planting operations.
- Follow company safety policies and ensure proper use of protective equipment.
- Work extended hours and Saturdays as needed.
What you'll need#
- High School Diploma or current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program in Agriculture, Biology, Crop Sciences, or Plant Breeding.
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
- Capability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Valid driver's license, farming knowledge, and tractor driving experience are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Champaign, Illinois.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- This position requires the ability to work non-standard hours, including Saturdays and occasional overnight travel.
About KWS Group
KWS Group is a plant breeding company based in Einbeck. Founded in 1856, it remains under family ownership. The business produces and sells seeds for crops like corn, sugar beet, cereals, and vegetables. It operates in over 70 countries and employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people.
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