Field Researcher Internships
Field researcher internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience in the field, mentorship from working field researchers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across 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 Researcher Internship Market
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Non-Profit & Social Services
Tips for Your Field Researcher Internship Search
Apply earlier than the posting cycle suggests
Large employers recruit summer field researcher interns the preceding fall and close cohorts well before spring. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Starting your search in September for summer roles, while continuing to check for rolling openings, keeps you ahead of the most competitive deadlines.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for field researcher interns assess documented work, not job titles. Compile two or three complete projects that show your research process, data collection methods, and findings, whether as written field reports, published analyses, or annotated datasets. Having something concrete to share puts you ahead of applicants who list only coursework.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time widens the pool you reach beyond what any single campus channel surfaces.
Practice your interview format out loud before you screen
Field researcher intern interviews typically involve a research design question, a scenario about handling unexpected field conditions, or a walkthrough of a past project. Practice explaining your reasoning aloud rather than just reviewing notes, because interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as the answer you land on.
Target structured internship pipelines early
Larger organizations running formal field research cohorts, rotational programs, or university partnership programs recruit early and fill fast. Identify the structured programs that match your background, note their application windows, and apply in the first wave rather than waiting until roles appear on general listings.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 33% of the field researcher internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start sorting through openings, then filter by location and work type so your time goes toward roles you can actually take rather than ones you'll rule out at the offer stage.
Field Researcher Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a field researcher internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For field researcher candidates, a documented project portfolio gives recruiters something concrete to assess, whether that's collected datasets, written field reports, or research write-ups. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a field researcher internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. For field researcher interns, what drives it most is performance on real project work, available headcount on the team, and how early you signal interest before the return-offer decision is made. Position for one by delivering consistently, without counting on it as a certainty.
When should I apply for field researcher internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing cohorts before the new year. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly rather than waiting for a single seasonal push gives you the widest window to apply.
Are field researcher internships paid?
Most professional field researcher internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, so it ranges widely across roles. Listings show pay where the employer discloses it, which makes it straightforward to compare during your search without needing to ask upfront.
What should a field researcher internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Highlight two or three complete, documented projects that show your research process, the data collection methods you used, and where someone can review the work, such as a linked report, published analysis, or field study write-up. Add relevant coursework, name the tools you used, and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote field researcher internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 67% of the field researcher internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast, so apply early and use the work-type filter to surface them without scrolling through roles that require you to be on location.
Can international students get field researcher 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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