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Syngenta Group is one of the world’s biggest agricultural technology companies, with roots going back more than 250 years. With more than 57,000 employees, operating in more than 100 countries, the company strives to transform food production through Regenerative Agriculture – a science-driven, technology-enabled approach to improve soil, deliver high productivity and high-quality food, help fight climate change and restore lost biodiversity. Syngenta Group, which is registered in Shanghai, China, and has its management headquarters in Switzerland, draws strength from its four business units: Syngenta Crop Protection, headquartered in Switzerland; Syngenta Seeds, headquartered in the United States; ADAMA®, headquartered in Israel; and Syngenta Group China. Together, these businesses provide industry-leading ways to serve customers around the world.

Our business success reflects the quality and skill of our people. We recognize that human diversity is as important to our business as biodiversity. Embracing the unique perspectives and capabilities of our employees helps us continue to catalyze innovation, maximize performance, and create business value. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture

We’re looking for an enthusiastic Intern in Process Technology (m/f/d) to support our Crop Protection Process Research and Development team. You’ll be involved in various projects related to developing cost-efficient manufacturing processes for crop protection products, including organic synthesis and catalysis. Gain valuable experience in process development and optimization while contributing to sustainable solutions for global food security.

Accountabilities:

• Support the team in developing and optimizing manufacturing processes for crop protection products.
• Conduct experiments and analyze data to identify new synthetic routes
• Development of new synthetic methodologies
• Work with the team to identify cost reduction and process optimization opportunities.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for the team and management.

• Student with a Masters degree in organic chemistry (or currently enrolled in a PhD program) with a strong academic record. Deep understanding and passion for organic synthesis and catalysis
• Savvy in standard analytical techniques such as NMR, LCMS, GCMS for side product identifications
• Good communication skills. Ability to work in a team
• Proficient in English. German is a plus

We offer a variety of financial and non-financial benefits including: 

• We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment  
• A superb working environment with an open culture and diverse workforce where new ideas are always welcome 
• The opportunity to work with and learn from highly qualified and experienced employees and gain scientific and technical excellence 
• Learning culture (Together we Grow) and wide range of training options 

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