Operations Intern

At Syngenta, we are working to build the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture that provides leading seeds and crop protection innovations to enhance the prosperity of farmers. As an Operations Intern at Syngenta, you will be a valued member of a high performing Research & Development team where you will focus on Process Improvement and Standardization at the Stanton, MN site. You’ll receive competitive wages and ongoing career development resources.

• Attend a Microsoft Power Apps (M55265) Certification Training Course.
• Use the newly acquired certification to work toward the design, creation, and implementation of an App used for consumable supply inventory management within Stanton Operations
• Analyze the flow of supplies from storage areas to the field during tissue sampling and pollination season
• Visualize supply flow by producing and presenting a workflow diagram
• Performing all tasks and behaving in a manner compliant with and in support of all safety and stewardship related company policies and practices, including completing all required
• Effectively communicating regularly with supervisors, breeders, and peers regarding the status of projects and work activities.
• Assist in other site activities including laying out fields in planting order, planting research plots, note taking, hand pollinations, tissue sampling, etc.…

• BA/BS degree August 2024 – May 2025, preferably in Agricultural Science or related field
• A valid driver’s license and acceptable moving violations record.
• Capable of working in high or low temperature conditions in field.  Capable of lifting to 50 pounds.  Capable of working long hours during time-critical periods of the growing season

What gives you an advantage?

• Experience or Interest in App Development or Coding
• Knowledge related to the creation of workflow diagrams in Lucidchart or equivalent design tool
• Knowledge of agronomics, general cropping practices, agricultural technology and trends and requirements for pest control

• Competitive wages $18 - $30 hourly rate
• Professional and personal development
• An understanding of career opportunities available at Syngenta that relate to your passion.
• Skills, experience, and a professional network to further your career.

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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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.