Company Description

Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Syngenta seeds improve the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and more productive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer inputs.

Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions.

Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States.

Job Description

We invite you to help us shape the future of agriculture. At Syngenta, we believe every employee has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. To support that challenge, the team is currently seeking a Health, Safety, & Environment Intern in Malta, IL.

As an intern at Syngenta, you have the opportunity to work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry, and work on real projects finding real solutions. Work with us and you’ll get:

Competitive wagesOngoing career development resources The opportunity to work on meaningful, innovative projects that solve problemsA culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and offers flexible work options to meet both your work and personal needs

Estimated Duration: May 2026-August 2026

You will:

Foster a HSE culture founded on adherence to all applicable HSE and other corporate policies, procedures and guidelinesWork with HSE Lead and the site team on tasks such as reviewing and updating HSE documentation (i.e. job safety analysis, energy control procedures, etc.)Actively support an image that reflects the highest regard for health, safety, and environmental stewardshipSupport the behavior-based safety program by working with individuals on observations and analyzing observation data.Assist with HSE program auditsAssist with HSE safety inspections Administer HSE trainingPerform other duties as required to meet plant needs

Qualifications

What you must have:

A High School Diploma or equivalentEnrollment in a bachelor’s or advanced degree in Industrial Technology, Occupational Safety or another closely related field of study with a graduation date of December 2026 or afterMust be a current student continuing education upon completion of internship term (Internship term is May 2026 through August 2026)A passion for Occupational SafetySome interest in the agricultural industryFluent in English

Preferred Requirements:

Prefer a student with a Sophomore or Junior standing and a 3.0 or above GPACommunication- The ability to communicate information well (both written and spoken) is highly desired in this positionCollaboration- The ability to work with individuals who come from diverse backgroundsInnovative- To always look to implement new procedures or technologies to improve work efficienciesDetail/Accuracy Oriented- All procedures and policies must be understood and followed

Additional Information

What We Offer:

A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs.

Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal.
Learn more about our team and our mission here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN_51GbNI

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.

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