R&D Ag Accelerator Intern


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Job Title: R&D Ag Accelerator Intern
Location: Indianapolis, USA

Company: Corteva
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Chemical, Pesticide and Fertilizer
Career Type: Researcher/Research & Development
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: Competitive
Job Description:

Are you seeking a new and challenging opportunity to further enhance your career? Corteva Agriscience Research & Development currently has an opportunity for an Accelerate Innovation Intern. This position creates value for the R&D organization by engaging in cross-functional projects, programs, and teams to advance collaborations that accelerate farmer access to Corteva's innovations and grow Corteva's business, while increasing the productivity, incomes, and sustainable farming practices of Corteva customers across the globe.

What You'll Gain:

  • Collaborative Environment: Work with cross-functional global teams to advance relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, such as the Gates Foundation and Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) of the United Nations.
  • Impact Global Food Security: Contribute to the development of collaborations that are improving food security for communities in countries such as Ethiopia, India and Argentina.
  • Scale Sustainable Innovations: Help deliver innovations to farmers around the globe which are critical to improving productivity and reducing crop loss from pests and diseases.

What You'll Bring:

  • Minimum GPA of 3.0.
  • Undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in International Development, Agricultural Economics or a related field. Candidates must be enrolled in classes the semester following their internship with Corteva.
  • Must be able to work full-time (40 hours per week) for 10-12 weeks during the timeframe of internship (typically May to August).
  • Proficiency in common Microsoft applications including but not limited to Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Teams
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to effectively build and maintain relationships
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Ability to collaborate at all levels
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Qualifications - External

  • Proficiency in common Microsoft applications including but not limited to Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Teams
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to effectively build and maintain relationships
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Ability to collaborate at all levels
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.

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Job Post Date: 09/22/25
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Career Type: Researcher/Research & Development
Country: USA

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