CPD Data Intern

6 days ago

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Syngenta Group Full time
Company Description

As a world market leader in crop protection, we help farmers to counter these threats and ensure enough safe, nutritious, affordable food for all – while minimizing the use of land and other agricultural inputs. Syngenta Crop Protection keeps plants safe from planting to harvesting.  From the moment a seed is planted through to harvest, crops need to be protected from weeds, insects and diseases as well as droughts and floods, heat and cold. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Switzerland.

Job Description

ROLE PURPOSE 

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical CPD Data Intern to support the data management and reporting functions within Crop Protection Development. This role is crucial for processing and analysing data from field trials and other sources to inform product development and strategy. The ideal candidate will be passionate about agricultural science and skilled in data handling and reporting.

PROGRAMME OBJECTIVE

  • Gain practical, hands-on experience by contributing to real business projects that impact Syngenta's operations and strategic objectives.
  • Develop professional competencies by working alongside experienced colleagues across different functions and teams.
  • Build a comprehensive understanding of Syngenta's business, products, and the agricultural industry.
  • Apply academic knowledge to solve practical business challenges and contribute to departmental goals.
  • Demonstrate initiative, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous learning throughout the internship period.
  • Prepare for future career opportunities within Syngenta by showcasing potential and building a strong professional foundation.
Qualifications

CRITICAL KNOWLEDGE AND EDUCATION REQUIRED

  • Bachelor's degree in Agriculture (B.Sc. Agriculture or B. Agric) or equivalent
  • Have strong academic performance and motivation 
  • Proficiency in data analysis, and MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Strong language skills (Afrikaans and English).
  • Agriculture understanding/exposure is beneficial for technical understanding.
Additional Information

Applications closing on 05 January 2026

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