GROWING WHAT MATTERS STARTS WITH YOU

• Corteva Agriscience, the world’s first dedicated agriculture start-up, serves to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generations to come. Our employees fulfill this purpose everyday by building/participating in an inclusive culture where we encourage each other to stay curious, think differently, act boldly and do what’s right for our customers, our co-workers, our partners and our planet. With over 20,000 team members from 130 countries, innovating in 140 world class R&D facilities, we have the resources, leadership heritage and partner ecosystem to make a meaningful impact now and into the future.

#GrowWhatMatters

• We’re looking for an Intern – Research Assistance –  Potchefstroom,  Hoogekraa ((12 months Learnership)
• Learn how you can be our voice in the conversation about the future of agriculture.
• At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what’s next. You will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – leading breakthroughs in the innovation and application of science and technology. In this role, you will use your research/agricultural experience to serve as a team member in the Breeding team to conduct planning, planting, data collection and harvesting of Research phenotyping activities for Maize.

You Will Be Part of Growing Team

• Research and Development

Your Challenge:

• Responsible to support the breeding team in their activities that can range from seed preparation, planting, crop maintenance, data collection and harvesting
• Works as part of a team to plan and execute experiments efficiently and accurately within seasonal deadlines
• Interact within all programs at the station to learn from the different divisions for your development
• Participate in safety specific to direct work environment to identify and communicate potential risks and benefits
• Give regular feedback to track development

Key Stakeholders and Interactions:

• Serve as a team member in the Potchefstroom team

To Grow What Matters, You Will Need

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or Diploma in scientific related field or 1-2 years industry related experience required
• Background in agronomy
• Ability to make timely decisions, assist to solve problems and build consensus
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills are required for fostering teamwork, enhancing a good working environment, and effectively developing strong working relationships with a diverse group of people
• Ability to supervise
• Technical and mechanical skills is beneficial
• Proficiency in Office software such as spreadsheets, mail, calendar and presentation software.
• Always comply with safety regulations and country laws
• High workload with long hours and weekend work during seasonal peaks
• Ability to work outside in all kinds of weather
• Valid driver’s license is required

Who Are We Looking For?

• Curious, bold thinkers who want to grow their careers and be part of a winning team​
• Market shaping individuals who want to transform the agriculture industry to meet the world’s growing need for food
• Collaborators who thrive in a diverse, inclusive work environment​
• Innovators who bring initiative and fresh ideas that drive our business into the future and make us an industry leader