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Job Description

Available Locations :

Gibson City, Illinois
Jonesboro, Arkansas
Elkhart, Iowa
Hutchinson, Minnesota

GDM : Evolving Agriculture

Did you know that 45% of global soybean production comes from GDM genetics?

GDM is a leading company in plant genetics that applies state of the art technology to research and develop our elite germplasm. Our culture is in our company's DNA, creating a collaborative team of curious innovators who operate with agility, transparency and respect. At GDM, our goal is to create a workplace where every employee feels valued and aligned with the future of our business. If you are looking for your next opportunity to grow, GDM is a great fit for you.

Join us!

Job Summary :

As part of GDM's Research team , the Intern will work with different branches of the research station to gain first-hand knowledge of what it takes to run a successful soybean breeding program. By partnering with our Nursery, Increase (Purification), Warehouse and Field Operations teams, our goal is for our Interns to develop a holistic understanding of our soybean breeding program while earning valuable work experience for the future. Intern positions provide excellent experience that can be applied to full time positions in the industry, or in preparation for additional graduate level training in the plant sciences.

Duties / Responsibilities :

Work as part of a team in one or more of the following research areas : field plot research, planting, plot establishment and maintenance, organizing and completing pollination, harvesting and analyzing samples, and data collection of traits important to a breeding program

Responsibilities may be the following or similar :

Perform data collection & sample processing imperative in the development of our world-class soybeans.

Use cutting edge technologies in data science, biotechnology, and agricultural management to genetically improve soybeans

Responsible for plot establishment & maintenance

Ability to coordinate and assist with all aspects of the breeding program, which includes planting, growing, harvesting, preventative maintenance of vehicles and farm equipment, and warehouse activities

Most duties will involve outdoor work

As part of this team collaboration, you will assist in research methods that improve crop productivity, genetic engineering, and conservation practices

Required Skills / Abilities :

Give and receive feedback to collaborate with others

Desire & capacity to work outside for long periods

Experience operating equipment (Tractors, Planters, Sprayers, Forklift, etc.), preferred but willing to train

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Valid Driver's License

Express strong interest in the fields of Agriculture, Agronomy, Plant & Soil Sciences, or equivalent field of study.

Education and Experience :

We are interested in students from all university levels, including undergraduates, graduates, and those pursuing advanced degrees.

Agricultural background beneficial

Competent use of the Microsoft Office suite

Some Spanish speaking ability preferred

Additional Information :

For Summer internship :

The program extends for 10-12 consecutive weeks, May - August (flexible start and end dates)

40 hours per week with the possibility of overtime and extended hours

Continuation into Fall Internship may be possible.

For Fall internship

The program extends for 10-12 consecutive weeks (August - November)

It may be part-time to fit the intern's school schedule, or full-time if the intern is taking a semester off to gain experience as an intern

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

GDM Seeds is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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