Field Research Assistant Internships
Field research assistant internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience in live research environments, mentorship from working field researchers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings cover Non-Profit & Social Services, with Advanced Agrilytics, Vylor, and Syngenta among the employers posting roles now.
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About Syngenta
At Syngenta Vegetables and Flowers, we're cultivating tomorrow's variety through innovative breeding that brings vibrant colors to gardens and nutritious vegetables to tables worldwide. We combine centuries of seed heritage with cutting-edge innovation to develop resilient, high-performing varieties that thrive in diverse climates. Join us in shaping the future of sustainable horticulture, where every seed holds the potential to enhance lives through better nutrition and natural beauty.
Job Description
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 SE Production Operations Team is seeking a Vegetable Seed Production Research Intern in Pasco, WA.
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.
Duration:
May 2027 - August 2027
Accountabilities:
- Coordinate the design, set-up, and planting of Field Production Research (FPR) trials at all required locations domestically.
- Perform seed lab work, such as trial setup, field mapping, planting preparation, seed cleaning, and labeling.
- Perform fieldwork, such as planting, staking, pollination, data acquisition, and seed harvest.
- Process seed from field studies.
- Assist in managing seed inventories in order to conduct required experiments.
- Manage data from experiments, which comprises acquisition and analysis support.
- Assist with lab seed treatment applications and related field trial plantings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy, Plant Biology, or another closely related agricultural field of study.
- Must have a valid Driver's License.
- Proficient in English.
- All applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S.
- Communication: The ability to communicate information well (both written and spoken) is highly desired.
- Detail/Accuracy-Oriented: All procedures and policies must be understood and followed.
- Autonomous: An independent individual who is self-motivated and needs little supervision.
- Previous internship and/or co-op experience related to agriculture is preferred but not required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Knowledge of plant physiology.
- Knowledge of seed biology.
- Knowledge of field research techniques and technology.
Additional Information
Salary for this position ranges between $20 - $45 hourly.
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. Learn more about our team and our mission here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN_51GbNI
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
At Syngenta Vegetables and Flowers, we're cultivating tomorrow's variety through innovative breeding that brings vibrant colors to gardens and nutritious vegetables to tables worldwide. We combine centuries of seed heritage with cutting-edge innovation to develop resilient, high-performing varieties that thrive in diverse climates. Join us in shaping the future of sustainable horticulture, where every seed holds the potential to enhance lives through better nutrition and natural beauty.
Job Description
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 SE Production Operations Team is seeking a Vegetable Seed Production Research Intern in Pasco, WA.
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.
Duration:
May 2027 - August 2027
Accountabilities:
- Coordinate the design, set-up, and planting of Field Production Research (FPR) trials at all required locations domestically.
- Perform seed lab work, such as trial setup, field mapping, planting preparation, seed cleaning, and labeling.
- Perform fieldwork, such as planting, staking, pollination, data acquisition, and seed harvest.
- Process seed from field studies.
- Assist in managing seed inventories in order to conduct required experiments.
- Manage data from experiments, which comprises acquisition and analysis support.
- Assist with lab seed treatment applications and related field trial plantings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy, Plant Biology, or another closely related agricultural field of study.
- Must have a valid Driver's License.
- Proficient in English.
- All applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S.
- Communication: The ability to communicate information well (both written and spoken) is highly desired.
- Detail/Accuracy-Oriented: All procedures and policies must be understood and followed.
- Autonomous: An independent individual who is self-motivated and needs little supervision.
- Previous internship and/or co-op experience related to agriculture is preferred but not required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Knowledge of plant physiology.
- Knowledge of seed biology.
- Knowledge of field research techniques and technology.
Additional Information
Salary for this position ranges between $20 - $45 hourly.
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. Learn more about our team and our mission here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN_51GbNI
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.
#LI-DNI
Field Research Assistant Internship Market
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Non-Profit & Social Services
Tips for Your Field Research Assistant Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think you need to
Large research institutions and employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing applications before winter break. Smaller organizations and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so roles appear year-round. Map out your target programs and set a calendar reminder to check listings each month rather than waiting for a single recruiting season.
Build field project evidence before you apply
Hiring teams for field research assistant interns expect limited work history and weigh project evidence instead. Document two or three completed projects with clear methods, the instruments or software you used, and a link to any published report, dataset, or write-up. A well-documented independent field survey or research methods course project gives reviewers something concrete to assess.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and professors and career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. At the same time, apply directly to smaller research organizations running their own cohorts. Combining both channels widens the pool you reach and shortens the time between application and response.
Practice your field research interview format out loud
Field research assistant intern screens often include a research design or methods question where you walk through how you would structure a study, collect data, or handle a measurement challenge. Practice answering these out loud, explaining your reasoning step by step, since interviewers weigh how you think through the problem as much as the final answer you land on.
Target structured research internship pipelines early
Many federal agencies, environmental organizations, and university research programs run cohort internships specifically built to train people new to field research. These programs recruit early, fill fast, and are competitive. Identify the ones aligned with your field, confirm their application windows, and apply in the first wave rather than waiting until roles are widely advertised.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 33% of the field research assistant internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you search, then filter by location and work type so you're not sorting through postings that don't fit your situation. Knowing your constraints upfront keeps your application energy focused on roles you can actually accept.
Field Research Assistant Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a field research assistant internship?
Lead your application with coursework and completed projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A documented field project with clear methodology and findings gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a field research assistant internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for field research assistant interns is consistent performance on real research tasks, the team's available headcount, and how early you signal interest in returning. Position for one by delivering on your project scope, but don't count on it as a fixed outcome.
When should I apply for field research assistant internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large research institutions and employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, sometimes as early as September or October. Smaller organizations and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you won't miss roles that open and fill quickly outside the main recruiting window.
Are field research assistant internships paid?
Most professional field research assistant internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by employer size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid internships exist, particularly at nonprofits and smaller research organizations, so read each posting carefully before applying.
What should a field research assistant internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three documented field or lab projects, naming the data collection methods, analytical tools, and equipment you used, with links to published reports, datasets, or write-ups where possible. Add relevant coursework in research methods, ecology, biology, or your field's core discipline. Keep the whole thing to one page.
Are there remote field research assistant internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 67% of the field research assistant internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
Can international students get field research assistant internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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