About the role#
Syngenta is seeking a Data Scientist Intern to join the Vegetables R&D team in Raleigh, North Carolina. This role is part of the Emerging Talent Program and focuses on developing machine learning models to support product advancement and placement decisions. You will work on research initiatives during the summer of 2027.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with data scientists on the product advancement and placement analytics team.
- Gather, transform, and process large structured and unstructured datasets to train models.
- Create methodologies to integrate and analyze different types of data.
- Develop and validate machine learning models for placement predictions.
- Document research findings, model limitations, and recommendations for future development.
What you'll need#
- PhD candidate status in data science, quantitative genetics, computer science, or a related field.
- Experience in AI and machine learning model development and evaluation.
- Ability to handle large, complex datasets efficiently.
- Proficiency in Python and other relevant programming languages.
- Hands-on experience with R&D data, such as genetic, phenotypic trial, or environmental data.
- Strong analytical curiosity and the ability to solve complex problems.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work well within cross-functional teams.
Location & details#
- Location: Raleigh, North Carolina.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May through August).
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: Paid position.
About Syngenta
Syngenta operates as an agriculture company focused on crop protection and seeds. It develops technologies to support farming practices and resource management. The company maintains operations in over 100 countries. It functions as part of the Syngenta Group and employs more than 10,001 people.
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