Where the Chemistry Happens

Under the Nunhems Brand, BASF offers more than vegetable seeds. We offer partnerships and customer-oriented solutions for the entire vegetable value chain including growers, processors, plant raisers, dealers, traders, retailers and food service industry – tailored to consumer needs and trends.

We understand that consumers want the best flavor and nutrition from a source that cares about people and the planet. As the world continues to change, we approach every day as a new opportunity to build on existing best practices while always searching for new ways to provide responsibly produced vegetables, from seed to table. 

We are seeking interns to support watermelon breeding programs in the summer (Jun-September). You will mainly work in the field with research and breeding teams to collect phenotypic data. It would be a good opportunity to familiarize with techniques and decision-making criteria related to vegetable breeding. Join us on our journey to create solutions to make healthy eating enjoyable and sustainable!

Essential Duties Include, but are not limited to:

• Measuring watermelon-related traits and recording data
• Help to execute field and greenhouse trials as needed
• Able to regularly lift 25 lbs.   

Knowledge, Skills and Ability

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Excellent attention to details
• Methodical and thorough working habits
• Being comfortable working with tablets 
• Ability to work in the field for long hours under heat and varying conditions 
• Familiarity with field trials or ability to learn
• Work well under pressure to meet deadlines
• Ability to bend, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to walk several miles per day.

Qualifications

Minimum

• High school diploma or GED

Preferred

• Pursuing a degree in Agriculture or related field
• Prior field experience

To apply

Please send your resume to Mona Mazaheri
Mona.mazaheri@vegetableseeds.basf.com