Seeds Production Research Parent Characterization Intern

Job overview

The Seeds Production Research Parent Characterization Intern role is onsite in Waterloo, NE; compensation is $20–$45 per hour. The internship is estimated to run from May through August 2027 and supports Syngenta’s Production & Supply Team. The intern assists with seed parent characterization research through field trials, data collection, agronomic evaluations, and project execution. The work supports seed production and new product development by assessing traits and maintaining research plots through the growing season.

What you'll do

• Assist with trial design, preparation, maintenance, harvesting, laboratory tasks, and data analysis
• lead activities at an assigned location
• manage and execute a project
• support planting, plot maintenance, treatments, observations, and harvest
• assist with agronomic trials
• communicate with project managers, scientists, agronomists, and parent seed colleagues
• help manage part-time workers
• prepare a report and presentation
• follow safety procedures and promote sustainable solutions.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

agriculture internship

seed production research

parent characterization

field trials

agronomy

data collection

corn hybrid development

waterloo ne

syngenta seeds

part-time

$20–$45/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive wages, career development resources, collaborative culture, and work-life balance support.

Why this role

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and current enrollment in a bachelor’s program in a related field, with graduation in December 2027 or later; the intern must continue education after the internship. A valid driver’s license is required.

About the employer

Syngenta Seeds is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.