Who are we, and what do we do?AtCorteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what's next. No matter your role, 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 that will better the lives of people all over the world and fuel the progress of humankind.Corteva AgriscienceTM is seeking students for full-time internships within our research and development organization in Indianapolis, Indiana. We offer students the opportunity to work closely with a senior scientist in an industrial setting, and the students will have extensive opportunities to network across the company. It is desirable that students have past practical experience in a research environment generating data and have relevant computer skills. Students are encouraged to be creative and take initiative, where appropriate, while working with their supervisor. Students are expected to always operate in a safe and efficient manner. Essential to this internship are interpersonal, organizational, communication, teamwork, and time management skills.
What You'll Do:- Participate in all phases of research including planning, preparation, calibration, application, evaluation, and analysis with supervisor.
- Work in a safe manner and embody Corteva's safety culture.
- Demonstrate independent and creative thinking by making novel observations, interpreting data, and drawing sound scientific conclusions.
- Present project reviews throughout the summer and a final poster before colleagues and peers.
What Skills You Need:- Internships are available to students that are currently pursuing a Bachelors, Masters, or Doctorate degree in a relevant discipline. Students must have completed at least two years of undergraduate work before the start of the internship.
- GPA of 3.0 or better
- Must be able to relocate to Indianapolis, IN for the duration of the internship.
- Must be able to work full-time (40 hours per week) for six continuous months.
Discipline Specifics:Analytical ChemistryStudents willparticipatein a project with our analytical team developing new analyticalmethodologyon industrial analytical equipment.- Must have successfully completed two full years of undergraduate-level chemistry curriculum including associated laboratory courses.
- Focusinchemistry (analytical or biochemistry preferred)
Organic ChemistryStudents willparticipatein a novel molecule design, synthesis, or scale up project within our chemical synthesis groups.- Must have successfully completed one full year of undergraduate-level organic chemistry curriculum including associated laboratory courses by start in internship
- Focusinchemistry (organic, analytical, or biochemistry preferred)
BiochemistryStudents willparticipatein research projects focused in one of manybiochemistryrelated fields including plant biology, microbiology, molecular biology, and plant pathology.- Must have successfully completed one full year of undergraduate-level biochemistry curriculum including associated laboratory courses
- FocusinBiochemistry or related discipline
Environmental ScienceStudents will work on a research project supporting our sustainability goals with our environmental science teams.- Must have successfully completed two full years of undergraduate-level curriculum including associated laboratory courses
- Focusinanalytical chemistry, biochemistry, entomology, biology, environmental science, and/or organic chemistry.
Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.
Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.