Internships Agronomy Research

Solynta is an innovative, young seed company based in Wageningen that develops new, robust hybrid potato varieties grown from true potato seeds (TPS). In the agronomy & physiology research department, we investigate how plant development and yield can be optimized when growing potatoes from true seed instead of conventionally used seed tubers. This includes the production of high-quality seedlings from true seeds, the effect of agronomic practices, and crop management. Moreover, we look into post-harvest tuber storability. In 2026 we have several internship possibilities on these topics.

The project work will mainly involve managing and performing a (field/greenhouse) trial, data collection, and analysis. The practical work will start in April 2026 and end in October 2026. We are therefore looking for enthusiastic Plant Science students (or students from other related studies programs) to support our research through a thesis or internship during the trial period. Our ideal candidate is one who is keen on conducting field trials on agronomy research and has experience in fieldwork and knowledge in data collection and analysis. Please indicate in your motivation your preferred start date and whether you have a driving licence.

Projects

• Project 1: Cold tolerance

In this trial, the aim is to determine the effect of cold on seedlings and directly sown seeds. before field transplanting and assess the impact of the treatments on seedling vigour as well as establishment. Start around March

• Project 2: Seed quality

In this trial, the aim is to optimize the seed germination and early development, multiple treatments to improve the seed germination are tested under different conditions. Start around April.

The duration of the internships is a minimum of 3 to a maximum of 6 months.

Job Responsibilities

• Executing various measurements in the greenhouse, field, and at the processing location
• Assist and work closely with other teams and researchers to gather data
• Analysing and reporting on the trial
• Presenting the results to the team

What we offer you:

• A dynamic internship with varied working environments (Office, Greenhouse and Field)
• Internship compensation
• Travel allowance (without home-office travel)
• Hybrid working possibilities
• A nice group of agronomists, researchers, and other students

What we ask:

• HBO or WO level with the direction of Biology or Plant Sciences
• Willingness to do physical labour in the field
• Having experience with data analysis (preferably in R)
• Having a driving license (B) is required
• Willingness to drive vans is preferred
• Very good command of the English language
• Independent
• Collaborative and flexible attitude

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Solynta leads the potato breeding world with innovative hybrid potato breeding technology. With this technology, we unlock the true potential of the potato, and improve grower well-being and food security worldwide.