Summer Research Intern

Job description

KWS Seeds is looking for Research Intern and in this position, you will support the research activities for seed development . You will assist with the overall management of the research plots, greenhouse activities , and develop operational knowledge in the area of seed research. The position is full-time and located in Shakopee, MN with hourly base salary of $18.50. Essential job functions: Prepare soil trays, mix soils, plant, transplant, label, organize, clean, and water greenhouse plants. Collect plant tissue samples for DNA marker tests. Thresh, process, clean, weigh, package and set up seed in the Seed Room. Perform regulated GMO seed activities including but not limited to planting, assembling structures, maintaining plots, pollinating, selfing, rogueing and data collection, harvesting, processing. Provide assistance in field activities such as planting, thinning, weeding, irrigation, notes, and data recording. Perform general maintenance and cleaning or sanitation tasks. Assist with other Research Station activities. Comply with regulatory compliance guidelines: Follow all safety rules. Other duties as needed by the business. Ensure Company handbook, Rules, Regulations, Pr...