About the role#
As a Seeds Operations Intern, you will work with our Operations and Trialing Team in Woodland, California. This role provides hands-on experience with greenhouse, cage, and field activities to ensure reliable seed delivery. You will join our Emerging Talent Program to apply your academic knowledge to real-world agricultural challenges.
What you'll do#
- Follow all HSE and corporate policies and procedures.
- Collect data on crop emergence, growth stages, pollination dates, and stand counts.
- Perform field tasks including planting, weed and insect management, rouging, and harvesting.
- Conduct a project to study potential production improvements and present your findings to the Operations Team.
- Work with Agronomists and Operations staff on vegetable seed processing tasks.
What you'll need#
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or advanced degree program, preferably in Biology, Agriculture, or a related field.
- Sophomore or Junior class standing is preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to analyze crop data.
- A valid driver’s license and personal transportation to the worksite.
- Ability to work in a team, solve problems, and adapt to changing conditions.
- Bilingual skills in English and Spanish are a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Woodland, California.
- This is a full-time, on-site, paid internship.
- The position operates on a rolling term.
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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