Internship - Plant Variety Protection & Variety Registration

Company Description

Syngenta is a leading developer and producer of seeds. We bring farmers stronger, more vigorous, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions. Each of our 28,000 employees in more than 90 countries work together to solve one of humanity's most pressing challenges: growing more food with fewer resources. A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace environment are enablers of our ambition to be the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture.

Job Description

Internship - Plant Variety Protection & Variety Registration

• Business Unit: Vegetables Seeds
• Location: Enkhuizen, NL
• Type: Internship (4 months)
• Start: September 2026

Into action

Step into the world of agricultural innovation and discover how new plant varieties are officially registered, protected, and brought to market globally. At Syngenta, we are at the forefront of seed development and innovation. Within our Registration Department, you will contribute to both plant variety protection (PVP) and variety registration processes, working with official documents from authorities around the world.

You will support the management of regulatory records, help maintain our internal systems, and gain firsthand insight into the legal and compliance side of a global seed company. No two days are the same - from processing official country filings to organizing IP documentation across our global portfolio.

The challenge

• Upload and organize official documents related to variety registration and PVP grants from international authorities.
• Maintain and improve the quality and structure of internal databases, ensuring accuracy and completeness of records.
• Support the Registration team in tracking and managing regulatory records across multiple jurisdictions.
• Ensure documentation aligns with internal standards and compliance requirements.
• Contribute to process improvements in regulatory document management.

Qualifications

Your profile

• HBO (2nd year+) or MBO (3rd/4th year) student in Business Administration, Legal Management, Public Administration, Life Sciences, Agribusiness, International Business, or Information Management - we are open to different backgrounds that fit.
• Fluent in English; Dutch is a plus but not required.
• Accurate, structured, and well-organized - you have a strong eye for detail and take ownership of your work.
• Comfortable working with digital tools and data systems; experience with Excel is an advantage.
• Proactive, reliable, and eager to learn - you take initiative and ask questions when needed.
• Interest in international business, legal/regulatory processes, or the agricultural sector is a plus.

Additional Information

What We Offer

• A meaningful internship within a leading global agricultural company with a real contribution to our regulatory portfolio.
• Exposure to both variety registration and intellectual property processes across multiple countries.
• Hands-on experience with data management, compliance workflows, and international regulatory documentation.
• A collaborative and international working environment where you will be guided by experienced colleagues.
• Internship allowance in line with Syngenta's internship policy.

Take your chance!

Ready to gain real-world experience at a global agricultural leader? Apply now via www.syngenta.com. For questions, contact our recruiter Lars Conijn at lars.conijn@syngenta.com or call/WhatsApp +31 6 28894494.