Parent Seed Intern
- Location
- Slater, IA
- Listed
- 3 days ago
About the role
At Syngenta, our goal is to build the most collaborative and trustworthy team in agriculture, providing top-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that improve farmers' success. We invite you to help shape the future of agriculture and play a role in safely feeding the world while caring for our planet.
Syngenta's Production & Supply Team is seeking a Parent Seed Intern in Slater, IA. This internship role will actively learn all aspects of field production for seed corn, as well as provide background support through data analysis for gains in efficiency and accuracy.
As part of Syngenta's Emerging Talent Program, you will gain hands-on experience, exposure to day-to-day business operations, and opportunities to apply your academic knowledge to real-world challenges while developing your professional skills.
Accountabilities
- Assist with planting and post-planting data collection.
- Monitor the quality of production.
- Assist the data collection team during peak note-taking periods.
- Scout seed fields for readiness and pests.
- Take ownership of Argentina production communications.
Qualifications & Requirements
Acceptable Majors
- Agricultural Sciences, Biology, or closely related fields.
Critical Success Factors & Key Challenges
- Must be able to work in a team environment.
- Must be detail-oriented and drive attention to accuracy.
Knowledge, Experience & Capabilities
- Experience working with cross-functional, interdisciplinary teams.
- A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
- Basic knowledge of statistics and lean manufacturing processes.
Critical Knowledge
- Familiarity with MS Office, especially Outlook, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, and other standard software.
- Ability to learn and utilize proprietary IT systems.
Critical Experience
- History of implementing continuous improvements and new innovations.
- Understanding of seed corn production or general crop production.
Critical Technical, Professional, and Personal Capabilities
- Ability and motivation to learn new technologies.
- Role model Syngenta's commitment to safety, sustainability, and product stewardship.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to effectively function as a team member in cross-functional activities.
What We Offer
- A culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration, promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members.
- Competitive wages
- Ongoing career development resources
- The opportunity to work on meaningful, innovative projects that solve problems
- Syngenta is committed to creating a culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members
- Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal.
- #LI-DNI
About Syngenta
At Syngenta Seeds Field Crops, we're shaping the future of agriculture and empowering farmers to meet the ever-growing demand for food and fuel. We're a global Ag Tech powerhouse, headquartered in the United States, with passionate, local experts collaborating with farmers to deliver solutions that create market opportunities.
We unite precision breeding, advanced biotechnology trait choice, and digital platforms for unmatched in-field performance. Our seeds help mitigate risks such as disease, insect, weed, and extreme weather pressures, all while promoting sustainable farming practices that protect and enhance our planet. Join our mission of revolutionizing food security and transforming agriculture.
Additional Information: Salary for this position ranges between $20 - $45 hourly.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
From Syngenta Group's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 6, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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