Syngenta has kicked off their recruiting efforts for the 2017 Florida Intern Program. Syngenta interns play a primary role in supporting key brands in the Florida citrus industry. Their field activities provide the key link between Syngenta and growers, while helping ensure optimal product performance.
Below are a list of intern qualifications; these are not meant to be exclusive, but rather to help narrow our search.
- Seeking future employment in agriculture
- Basic familiarity with production agriculture
- Basic familiarity with insect, disease, and weed control
- Basic computer skills
- Willingness to work outdoors, experience preferred
- Self-motivated, detail oriented, honesty, and personable
- Ability to relocate to or originally from one of the following counties; Polk, Highlands, Hardee, Desoto, Hendry, Collier, Lee, Okeechobee, Martin, Osceola, St. Lucie, or Indian River
- Sophomore or Junior level (Seniors will be considered)
These internships represent an outstanding opportunity for the right candidate. In addition to the technical and professional skills gained from Syngenta Crop Protection, students will have an excellent opportunity to demonstrate their abilities to some of the most influential organizations in the Florida Agricultural Industry. Students will be provided with comprehensive training, skilled mentoring, and will be part of a respected professional team executing a multi-million dollar sales initiative and marketing strategy.
Syngenta is currently recruiting for up to seven intern positions with an approximate start date of May 15, 2017 and an approximate end date of August 11, 2017.
The Florida internship locations are designated as follows:
1 Soil bioassay lab manager intern: Vero Beach Research Station
2 east coast scout intern - Indian River, St. Lucie, or Martin Counties
1 southwest scout intern- Lee, Hendry, or Collier Counties
1 west central scout intern- Highlands, Hardee or Desoto Counties
2 central scout intern- Osceola, Polk or Highlands Counties
