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Infographic showing various Plant Breeder job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, and 8% Temporary. Highlights an 92% In-person, and 8% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $99,873 per year, or $48 per hour.

Wheat Research Agricultural Intern USA

KWS SAAT SE

Champaign, IL • On-site

Internship

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Are you looking for a summer position where you can work outside? Do you want to work with one of the biggest seed production companies in the world? Come join us starting June 2027 in Champaign, IL and get the chance to develop operations knowledge in the area of wheat breeding. You will have the opportunity to work outside with a team of experienced wheat breeding experts during wheat harvest.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
  • Work in wheat fields to hand harvest research material.
  • Assist combine harvest of yield plots.
  • Operate various types of research equipment, which may include thresher, cleaners and seed counters.
  • Organize seed stocks in the warehouse to prepare them for sowing.
  • Assist research planting operations in the field.
  • Ensure Company handbook, Rules Guidelines and Procedures and safety policies are followed and personal protective equipment is used correctly.
  • Work extended work hours as needed and in outside in a variety of weather conditions.
  • Occasionally travel and/or drive on behalf of the business.
  • Meet attendance requirements.
  • Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High School Diploma, and/or pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Agricultural, Crop Sciences, Plant Breeding, Biology or any other major.
  • Ability to work non-standard work hours, including Saturdays, and some overnight travel.
  • Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions and lift up to 30 pounds.
  • Ability to work well independently and with team members.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions and with different types of plants.

Preferred qualifications:
  • Valid driver's licenses.
  • Farming knowledge and tractor driving experience.
  • The ability to work beyond August.

We look forward to receiving your online application via our application system SuccessFactors! Please use the "Apply" function in the online advertisement.
This employer participates in E-Verify and after acceptance of a job offer, will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
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About KWS
KWS is one of the world's leading plant breeding companies and employs around 5,000 employees in more than 70 countries. With the tradition of family ownership, KWS has operated independently for more than 170 years. It focuses on plant breeding and the production and sale of seeds for sugarbeet, corn, cereals, vegetables, oilseed rape and sunflowers. KWS uses leading-edge plant breeding methods and invests a significant amount in research and development.
At KWS, diversity is not just a value; it is an essential part of our success. Breeding resilient crops requires diversity; likewise, our strength comes from the diversity of our teams. Whatever your background or identity is, we invite you to join us.
Further information: https://www.kws.com/corp/en/careers/. Follow us on LinkedIn® at https://linkedin.com/company/kwsgroup/.
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