About the role#
Corteva Agriscience is hiring engineering students for a Summer 2027 internship within our Research Automation, Engineering and Services team in Indianapolis. This role offers hands-on experience in areas such as robotics, mechanical design, 3D printing, electronics, software, and PLC development. You will integrate classroom theory with practical work while contributing to projects that support our research processes and technology needs.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of experienced engineering professionals.
- Conduct the discovery, design, fabrication, integration, deployment, and support of engineering solutions.
- Work on projects across automated research systems, product test facilities, and high throughput laboratories.
- Engage in mechanical, agricultural, electrical, and software engineering tasks.
- Manage projects ranging from simple hand tools and fixtures to fully automated systems.
- Develop an understanding of company research processes and critical technology requirements.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a full-time student at an accredited college or university.
- Completion of at least 2 years in a mechanical, electrical, mechatronics, agricultural, or similar engineering Bachelor’s degree program.
- Proven experience with 3D CAD software, with SolidWorks preferred.
- A desire to develop solutions in a hands-on environment.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- A strong work ethic and the ability to work in cross-functional teams.
- Experience developing and implementing new ideas.
- Legal right to work in the U.S. without restriction.
Location & details#
- Location: Indianapolis, Indiana.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, part-time internship.
About Corteva Agriscience
Corteva Agriscience operates in the agriculture sector. It produces seeds, crop protection products, biologicals, and digital services for farmers. The company was founded in 2018 and maintains its headquarters in Indianapolis, Indiana. It functions as a public company with over 23,000 employees.
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