Communications Intern

About This Job   

We invite you to help us shape the future of agriculture. At Syngenta, we believe every employee has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. To support that challenge, the team is currently seeking a part-time Communications Intern to work at the Greensboro, NC site. From September to December 2023, you will work with and learn from the highest-performing team in the industry, with an opportunity to take on projects with various teams and leaders across the business. As a Communications Intern at Syngenta, you will gain exposure to local, regional and global campaigns. Work with us and you’ll get:   

• Competitive pay and/or applicable class credit 
• Ongoing career development resources   
• The opportunity to work on meaningful, creative projects, including but not limited to writing, videos, social media, event planning, site communications 
• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and offers flexibility to support your school schedule 

Estimated Duration: September 2023-December 2023 

You will:  

• Learn the fundamentals of corporate communications 
• Write articles for our intranet, newsletters, and more 
• Plan in-person, on-site events 
• Assist in the planning of the grand opening of our new North America Crop Protection Headquarters 
• Video and podcast production with senior leaders 
• Help create social media content 
• Construct employee communications 
• Develop skills and experience to further your career 
• Own and advance specific projects, while also being exposed to different areas of the business 
• Work part-time for a maximum of 20 hours per week, schedule permitting 

What you must have: 

• Enrollment in a Bachelors degree in Communications, Public Relations, or other closely related field of study 
• Current or rising junior or senior class standing 
• Knowledge of AP Style  
• Strong writing skills for a variety of needs (i.e. news, podcasts, videos, social media, and more)  
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, primarily PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Forms, and Outlook
• Adaptability  

What you might also contribute to the team: 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong interpersonal skills  
• Ability to lead, be self-directed and to work as part of a team 
• Creative, critical-thinking skills   

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 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.   

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About Syngenta  

Syngenta is a global leader in agriculture; rooted in science and dedicated to bringing plant potential to life. Each of our 28,000 employees in more than 90 countries work together to solve one of humanity’s most pressing challenges: growing more food with fewer resources. A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace environment are enablers of our ambition to be the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture. Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture.