Intern at Agventure Limited

The intern will be based in our KWS Seed department Nakuru office and reporting to the KWS Breeder. He/she will support the breeder in various breeding related operations.

Key responsibilities:

•  Support in preparation, packing, planting, and processing of nursery activities (including pollination and selfings)
•  Data capture and report writing.
•  Working together with the breeder on early generational trials and making selection decisions.
•  Support all breeding matters

Knowledge, skills and experience:

•  At least a Bachelors (from a reputable university) or master’s degree in agriculture, Biology, Horticulture or in a field related to agriculture.
•  Proven experience of plant breeding activities.
•  Proficiency in the full Microsoft Office suite, especially with Excel and Word.
•  Team player.
•  Ability to communicate professionally in English.
•  Valid driver’s license.
•  Willingness to travel (ca. 30 %)