About the role#
Syngenta is seeking a Digital Phenomics Intern to join the Analytics and Data Sciences team in Des Moines. This internship offers practical experience in agricultural technology and plant sciences. You will gain exposure to phenotyping infrastructure and contribute to active breeding programs as part of the Emerging Talent Program.
What you'll do#
- Support phenotyping platform operations, including sensor deployment, image acquisition, and field data collection in both greenhouse and field environments.
- Contribute to image processing workflows, trait extraction algorithms, and analytical pipeline optimization using computational tools.
- Lead an independent research initiative focused on phenotyping methodology validation or trait measurement innovation, ending with a presentation to research leadership.
- Partner with plant breeders, agronomists, and data scientists to integrate phenotypic insights into breeding decisions and product development.
- Maintain detailed experimental records, standard operating procedures, and technical documentation to ensure reproducibility.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a graduate student in an accredited college or university.
- Pursuing a degree in Plant Breeding, Plant Science, Agronomy, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Biology, Plant Pathology, Horticulture, Entomology, Weed Science, Crop Science, or a related discipline.
- Programming proficiency in Python or R for data analysis and visualization.
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Hands-on experience with agricultural research, remote sensing, field trials, or crop production systems is beneficial.
Location & details#
- Location: Des Moines, Iowa, USA.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May 2027 - August 2027).
- 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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