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Job Description
As an R&D Intern they will gain some knowledge and understanding of scientific research in an applied research program at Wonderful Orchards. They will be exposed to research in Pistachios Almonds and Pomegranates. As an R&D intern they will gain knowledge in irrigation crop varieties crop physiology and crop protection. They will also be interacting with multiple departments (Pest Control Advisors Procurement Spray Operations Reporting Geographic Information System WP&A Wonderful Laboratories Divisional Farming Teams). Some skills they will gain are internal departmental communication critical thinking teamwork problem solving leadership Microsoft utilization (teams outlook excel) data analytics time management and detail orientation.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Responsible for monitoring note taking capturing pictures and surveying trials throughout internship.
- Communicating with the West Valley farming team to obtain necessary information on trial projects.
- Responsible for data collection and data analysis.
- Collaborate with Research Technicians on collecting leaf samples from different pistachio varieties.
- Delivering samples to Wonderful Laboratories.
- Job shadowing research staff attending meetings etc.
Qualifications :
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge shall and/ or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- Must be a Wonderful Scholar in Sophomore Junior or senior year of college.
- Agriculture Biological Science Plant Science Crop Science related major preferred.
- Must be 18 years of age.
SPECIFIC KNOWELDGE AND SKILLS:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Selfdirected and able to work autonomously.
- Energetic and able to tackle new projects and ideas.
- Research and analysis skills.
- Ability to write and present reports as requested.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred but not required.
LICENCES:
- CA Valid Drivers License.
Pay rate: $18.50/hr.
Additional Information :
Why chose Wonderful
Wonderful Nurseries and Wonderful Orchards are part of The Wonderful Company a privately held $5 billion company which also has other No. 1 brands such as Wonderful Pistachios FIJI Water Wonderful Halos JUSTIN Wine and Teleflora. To learn more about The Wonderful Company visit or follow us on Facebook Twitter and Instagram. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report visit /csr.
- We nourish naturally We believe that what you put into your body matters. The most nutritious and besttasting foods are those from nature.
- We play to win Our employees set ambitious goals and meet challenges with unified purpose and unmatched energy.
- We act differently With courage and fearlessness we are relentless in our quest to inspire healthier. food and beverage choices. As a privately held organization we have the freedom and the power to make quick and effective decisions.
Wonderful Orchards and The Wonderful Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability age protected veteran status or other protected categories.
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Intern
Employment Type
Intern
