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Working Student for Entomology (m/f/d)

CompanyKWS SAAT SE
LocationEinbeck
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 31, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Support the planning and execution of laboratory and field trials with a focus on insect resistance and vector-borne diseases. Supervise insect breeding projects and manage data collection and processing tasks.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
4407
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
38 hours
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About The Company
KWS is one of the world’s leading plant breeding companies. With the tradition of family ownership, KWS has operated independently for more than 170 years. We focus on plant breeding and the production and sale of seed for corn, sugar beet, cereals, rapeseed, sunflowers and vegetables. KWS uses leading-edge plant breeding methods. Ca.5,000 employees represent KWS in more than 70 countries. At KWS we work in an international environment with motivated employees and experienced teams. We want you to contribute your know-how and knowledge, your creativity and entrepreneurial spirit. We will provide you with continuous support for further professional and personal development. This is how we think and act at KWS. If you share this viewpoint and want to seed the future with us, visit us on: www.kws.com/career.
About the Role

Make Yourself Grow!

 

For KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA we are looking for a dedicated Working Student (m/f/d) in the field of phytopathology / entomology with immediate effect, ideally for 6 months or longer. The main place of work is Einbeck (Lower Saxony, Germany). The position is part-time (20 hours per week) during the lecture period and ideally full-time (38 hours per week) during the lecture-free period. Become part of our team and grow with us - we look forward to receiving your application!

 

Your tasks:

  • Support the planning and execution of laboratory trials with a focus on insect resistance and vector-borne diseases in arable crops
  • Data collection and processing
  • Supervise and support insect breeding projects
  • Support the execution of field trials
  • Conduct research on insect rearing and compile information for internal and external communication purposes
  • Support general activities in phytopathology / entomology

 

Your profile:

  • You are a Bachelor's or Master's student (m/f/d) in agricultural or natural sciences and have at least 1 year (2 semesters) until graduation
  • You have a good knowledge of written and spoken English, knowledge of German is an advantage and a valid Class B driver’s license
  • You are interested in entomological topics and practical work with plants and insects
  • You are reliable and have a proactive, independent and self reliant way of working
  • Ideally, residence in the Einbeck/Göttingen area or the willingness to regularly work on site 
  • You have solid knowledge of Office 365

 

This is our offer for you:

  • True to the motto: "Make yourself grow!" we encourage your further development and create an open learning environment for this
  • You can look forward to a comprehensive induction and fair remuneration (on an hourly basis)
  • As part of a great team, you will be involved right from the start and have the opportunity to make your contribution to interesting specialist projects
  • Appreciative working environment and an open, international corporate culture with a family atmosphere

 

Could we convince you? Then apply online (short cover letter, CV, relevant references) via our application system!

Key Skills
EntomologyPhytopathologyLaboratory trialsData collectionData processingInsect breedingField trialsOffice 365Agricultural scienceNatural science
Categories
Science & ResearchAgriculture
Benefits
Comprehensive inductionFair remunerationOpen learning environmentInternational corporate culture