Who are we, and what do we do?

At Corteva 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’s R&D organization strives to be the best at designing, discovering, and developing innovations that create value for farmers and deliver consumer benefits in planet-friendly ways. We achieve this goal by being the most open, agile research organization in the world. We are a market-shaping organization that enriches the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generations to come.

What You'll Do:

How will you help us grow? It matters to us, and it matters to you!

The Cropping Systems Team within Seed Product Development is seeking a 6-month Field Research Intern at our research center in Johnston, IA. In this role, you will have the opportunity to conduct research on a perennial ground cover crop in corn/soybean rotation, oilseed cropping systems and intercropping systems. In this role, you will partner with scientists in R&D, breeders, university collaborators and non-profit organizations to optimize agronomic practices, improve resource use and shape the future of cropping systems.

Your job will include field activities such as assisting with planting/harvest, leading data collection activities, including plant and soil sampling, phenology note-taking, and digital imaging. You will learn about data management and data analysis and visualization. You will be mentored by a corn or soybean breeder and research scientist and will be responsible for designing and executing a research project tailored to your skills and interests during your internship.

In addition to conducting research with the Cropping Systems Team, you will have the opportunity to learn about the diverse array of research activities focused on corn and soybean breeding at the research station. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team and have exposure to scientists in a diversity of fields, thus this position provides excellent experience that will prepare you for graduate education or to full-time positions in the public or private sector.

What You Need:

Junior, senior, or Master of Science, in Agronomy, Ag Business, Biology, Ecology, Plant Physiology, Plant Pathology, Genetics, Agricultural Engineering or a related field.
Interest in graduate work or careers in agricultural research, data science and/or agriculture engineering.
Experience working in R or Python for data analysis and visualization is a plus.
Must be able to work in varying environments to conduct field activities such as planting, harvest, and data collection.

Starting date: Anytime between early February 1st to end of March, 2026

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.