Internship Programme at Stellenbosch University

Duties
The internship will offer multiple pathways for learning, including:

• Taking ownership of technical aspects of agronomic trials to develop independent thinking and problem-solving. Since the intern will have limited experience at first, an experienced technical officer and researcher will be supporting them to facilitate gradual learning and a gradual increase of responsibilities; 
• Developing agriculture-specific technical skills and general soft skills which will prepare a well-rounded agronomist for industry. Skills development areas will include project management skills, time management, applied learning, social and networking skills, self-control and self-motivation, communication skills, as well as problem-solving and higher-order thinking;
• Experience in various areas of the country will be gained by the exposure to multiple projects and crops throughout South Africa, including the Eastern Cape, Western Cape, North-West, Limpopo, Free State and Northern Cape province. This experience will equip the intern with the essential skills to work as an agronomist throughout the country;
• Exposure to industry through engagement at farmers¿ days, symposia and workshops, including presenting preliminary research findings at farmers¿ days and symposia.

Job Requirements

• BSc, BSc(Agric) or BAgric degree in Agronomy, or similar;
• Only South African citizens are eligible to apply;
• A valid Code B driver¿s licence;
• Willingness to travel during the production season.