Data Science Intern

Corteva Agriscience
Des Moines, IA Intern
POSTED ON 1/14/2023 CLOSED ON 1/22/2023

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Description

Join a fast-paced research & development teamwho is using computer vision technologies to help growers around the globe. As an intern, you will have a unique opportunity to learn, grow, and expand your knowledge of data science and agriculture as you help research and develop the digital crop advisor of tomorrow. Applicants should have a drive for excellence, excel in using creative approaches to solve complex problems, and possess an innovative mindset. Experience developing computer vision algorithms with Python is essential for this position. Affinity for agriculture is an advantage.

Responsibilities - What You'll Do:

Process, classify and/or segment satellite and unmanned aerial vehicle imagery

Integrate, model and analyze agricultural data

Develop Python code in high performance Linux computing environments

Work collaboratively on agile research teams to create innovative software solutions for growers

Continuously learn and share your technical knowledge

Qualifications

Qualifications - What You'll Bring:

Enrollment in a masters or doctoral degree program in data science, computer science, mathematics, statistics or related fields

3.5 current cumulative GPA

Excellent problem-solving skills using creative approaches

Ability to work effectively with cross-functional science and engineering teams and business partners

Prefer some level of experience with the following tools & libraries:Numpy, Pandas, TensorFlow, keras, scikit-learn, scikit-image, OpenCV, Matplotlib, Kubernetes, Amazon Web Services (AWS), RESTful API services

Required: Hands-on experience with Python and image processing and/or computer vision algorithms

Community -We care about you and we care that you're comfortable. While there's no place like home, Corteva comes close.

Our Johnston, Iowa campus is home to 2,500 employees whose mission is simple - to feed the world. While our employees are busy working to solve world hunger and ensure environmental sustainability, we're taking care of them by offering convenience and comfort during the workday with an onsite fitness center, coffee shop and top-notch cafeteria touting a grill, deli, fresh salad bar and a variety of healthy menu options. Need some fresh air during your work day? Take advantage of our beautiful, tree-lined walking trails or relax by the pond. We also offer countless opportunities to connect with your colleagues through community volunteerism, sports teams and parties, and holiday events. Did we mention you'll be working in state-of-the art buildings with the latest technology with colleagues from all over the world? Join us in bringing food into homes around the world, while we make you feel at home while you're at work.

Des Moines, Iowa is the fastest-growing major metropolitan area in the Midwest with a nationally ranked high quality of living. It's nicknamed the Silicon Prairie for its place as an up-and-coming hot spot for technology. Living here means Saturdays at the nationally renowned Downtown Farmers' Market, sporting events, a robust downtown night life and access to one of the most artistic medium sized cities. If you enjoy the outdoors, Des Moines offers beautiful nature trails for a casual walking, running or biking adventures.

It means going to a job you love and coming home to a community of friends and family. Communities care about their residents and residents care about their communities, making a difference for everyone who lives here. This is a place where culture flourishes and opportunities grow, where a work-life balance can be achieved, where education is unmatched, and award-winning arts and entertainment are right around the corner.

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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For US Applicants: See the 'Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law' poster

To all recruitment agencies: Corteva does not accept unsolicited third party resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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