About Us

 We invite you to help us shape the future of agriculture. At Syngenta, we believe every employee has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. To support that challenge, the Seeds team is currently seeking a Seeds Agronomic Assistant Intern in Ottawa. As an Agronomic Assistant Intern, you will work alongside our Seed Agronomist team to provide outstanding customer service and support to growers and retailers.

Accountabilities

Coordinate and execute commercial NK seed field trials and collect in season data as requiredProvide support to Agronomist in collaboration with the sales team within your territorySupport in providing superior customer service to growers and retailersGain valuable experience in agricultural practices, knowledge of our products, and direct interaction with grower and retail customers

Duration:  April 2025 – August 2025

Company Description

Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Syngenta seeds improve the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and more productive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer inputs. Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions. Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States.

Qualifications

Requirements

A positive attitude, excitement for learning, and passion for agricultureCurrently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited university in Agriculture, Science, Business or related field‘G’ class licenseAbility to lift a max weight of 50lbsComfortable driving long distances

You might also have:

Prior experience in research is considered an assetPrevious relevant summer experience is considered an asset, however all experience levels and academic disciplines are welcome to apply
Additional Information

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, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Syngenta Contact Information: 
If you need assistance during the application process, please contact the Service Desk at recruitment.na@syngenta.com

Syngenta Canada welcomes applications from all qualified candidates and is able to accommodate persons with disabilities.  For more information about accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process or if you would like more information on our accommodation policies, please contact recruitment.na@syngenta.com