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Description

Corteva Agriscience is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Program and Event Coordination Intern to join our team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work alongside R&D Academic Engagement to ensure the success of our programs and initiatives. You will gain hands-on experience in planning, organizing, and executing various programs and events.

What You'll Gain:

• Event Planning and Coordination: You'll develop strong organizational and project management skills by planning and coordinating various events such as workshops, seminars, conferences, and social gatherings.

• Program Development: You'll enhance your ability to create and implement detailed schedules, timelines, and logistics, which are crucial for effective event management.

• Communication: You'll improve your communication skills by interacting with vendors, participants, and stakeholders, ensuring clear and effective exchanges to facilitate smooth event execution.

• Promotional Activities: You'll gain experience in marketing and communications by helping to create and distribute promotional materials and event communications.

• Budget Management: You'll develop financial management skills by assisting in managing event budgets, tracking expenses, and processing invoices.

• On-Site Support: You'll enhance your problem-solving and customer service skills by providing hands-on support during events, including setup, registration, and troubleshooting.

• Post-Event Evaluation: You'll learn how to conduct evaluations and gather feedback, which will help you improve future events and develop analytical skills.

• Team Collaboration: You'll strengthen your teamwork and collaboration skills by brainstorming and proposing new event ideas and improvements with your team members.

Qualifications

Qualifications - What You'll Bring:

• Minimum GPA of 3.0.

• Undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Event Management, Hospitality Management, Project Management, or a related field. Candidates must be enrolled in classes the semester following their internship with Corteva.

• Must be able to relocate to Johnston, IA or Indianapolis, IN for the duration of the internship.

• Must be able to work full-time (40 hours per week) for 10-12 weeks during the timeframe of internship (typically May to August).

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Previous experience in event planning or coordination is a plus but not required.

• Limited potential for domestic travel, varying with assignments.

Corteva Agriscience™ is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to boldly embracing the power of inclusion, diversity, and equity to enrich the lives of our employees and strengthen the performance of our company, while advancing equity in agriculture. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. Discrimination, harassment and retaliation are inconsistent with our values and will not be tolerated. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit:

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