Agronomy Intern

Posted:
1/15/2026, 4:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa ⋅ KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Experience Level(s):
Internship

Field(s):
Sales & Account Management

#GrowWhatMatters

We’re hiring an Intern

The Intern must love to work with growers on the farm and in their fields alongside a network of Pannar Agronomists & Sales Representative that have a common passion for agriculture, adding value and improving customer experience. Individuals must like working independently and, in a team, being able to contribute to a high-performing and dynamic Pannar team. Key personal qualities include confidence, competitiveness, a desire to win, driven to succeed, strong communication skills, and being a team player. Critical decision-making skills are also necessary for this position and a desire to constantly learn and improve to strive towards excellence. A strong work ethic, moral standards with a high level of professionalism, and pride in the quality of work performed will lead to success for this individual.

 

You Will Be Part of Growing Team

 

The candidate will act as a liaison with Pannar Agronomy to increase market share and strengthen relationships with key operations. Focused areas are to assist Pannar Field Agronomist in field, to collect product data, help with trial evaluation, assist in the harvesting of trials, and provide grower solutions to add value and increase yield and profitability to help key operations be sustainable. Candidates should be comfortable in compiling data into understandable format.

 

Your Challenge:

  • Collect, clean, and organize agronomic datasets (soil, crop, weather, and yield data).

  • Perform statistical analysis and develop predictive models for crop performance and resource optimization.

  • Assist in building dashboards and visualization tools for agronomic insights

  • Support field trials and data collection of trials on maize, sunflower, and soyabeans

  • Collaborate with agronomists to translate data findings into actionable recommendations.

 

Key Stakeholders and Interactions:

Partner with Product Agronomists, Field Agronomists and Sales Representative to create and deliver product and digital services information that improves the productivity and profitability of Pannar customers

 

Location:

Pietermaritzburg

 

To Grow What Matters You Will Need

 

  • Bachelor’s degree in agriculture (Soil science, Agronomy, Plant Pathology) or

  • Bachelor’s in Agricultural Science with Data Analytics Specialization

  • Knowledge/ experience of crops like maize, sunflower and soybeans is needed

  • Excellent interpersonal/communication skills are required for fostering teamwork, enhancing a good working environment, and effectively developing strong working relationships with a diverse group of people

  • Ability to supervise and prioritize multiple tasks is critical

  • Proficiency in Office software such as spreadsheets, mail, calendar and presentation tools

  • Valid driving license

  • Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

  • A valid driver’s license is required

  • Langue skill: English and Afrikaans

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Who Are We Looking For?

Curious, bold thinkers who want to grow their careers and be part of a winning team​

Market shaping individuals who want to transform the agriculture industry to meet the world’s growing need for food. Collaborators who thrive in a diverse, inclusive work environment​. Innovators who bring initiative and fresh ideas that drive our business into the future and make us an industry leader

Growing What Matters Starts With You… What We Can Offer To Help You Grow?

  • Opportunity to be part of a global industry leader working to discover solutions to the most pressing,

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    Challenging work assignments that grow your skills, capabilities and experiences​

    Opportunities for international rotations and relocation that will expand your global view and cultural experience​

    Diverse, inclusive work environment where employees bring their whole selves to work and feel heard, valued and empowered​

    ·        Dedicated and customized resources help grow your professional skills, industry expertise and personal perspectives. 

    ·        Joining us is a natural opportunity to strengthen your professional network through valuable relationships.

    ·        Support the health and well-being of every employee by offering world-class benefits, meaningful work and competitive salary

    ·        Performance driven culture with a strong focus on speed, efficiency and agility​

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