Hybrid Research Internship

Location: New Richmond, IN
Position Type: In-person, Internship

Weaver Hybrids is seeking a hardworking, motivated individual to participate in a three-month summer internship. The Hybrid Research Internship will offer the opportunity to work in all aspects of the popcorn breeding process.

Responsibilities

  • Assisting with day-to-day research activities such as pollinating, phenotyping, tissue sampling, manual and/or chemical weed control, stand counts, inventory, and any other special projects
  • Management of pollination crews in the breeding nursery and/or crossing blocks

Qualifications

  • Valid U.S. driver’s license
  • Reliable transportation to New Richmond, IN site (30 minutes south of Lafayette)
  • Ability to work independently and solve problems
  • Ability to work in adverse weather conditions including high heat, sun, wind, and rain for extended hours during peak pollination
  • Attention to detail and excellent observation skills
  • Flexibility to work outside normal work hours, including Saturdays during pollination
  • Key qualities: Reliable, honest, responsible, and strong work ethic

Education:

  • Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in plant breeding, agronomy, horticulture, plant biology, or related field
  • Relevant coursework in agronomy, plant breeding, plant pathology, and genetics

TO APPLY

Send your resume to Michelle Brawn, Senior Research Assistant, Michelle.Brawn@weaverhybrids.com