Job Description

This is why you want to join us as Intern Cell and Plant Technology at Enza Zaden

As an intern in Cell and Plant Technology, you will work together with researchers at the department of Cell to plant technology. Your main objective during your internship will be to set up and optimize a protocol in the field of protoplast technology. To achieve your goal, you will dive into literature and consult your colleagues at ENZA Zaden, ultimately leading to an experimental proposal and testing in laboratory environment.

Due to your inquisitive and persistent nature, you are able to determine the right approach by testing different techniques and parameters. Because you prove yourself to be a future researcher, Enza Zaden will be able to move forward in this interesting subject! You will be of great value to the (Senior) Researcher Cell and Plant Technology, who is also your supervisor.

Our Department 

At Cell and Plant Technology (C&P Tech) we cooperate with Breeding and other Biotechnology departments to deliver plants with various genetic value. Within research, we focus on developing protocols that enable us to copy, fix, generate new genetics and to accelerate plant life cycles. Once we have established these protocols, we work closely with our production team to run them in a routine environment and transforming these protocols into products that can be used by the various Breeding/Biotechnology teams. We have experience in doubled haploid production, micropropagation, plant transformation, mutagenesis, protoplast-based technologies, embryo rescue and speed breeding. We are keen on expanding our technology portfolio by exploring advances in the above-mentioned techniques as well as adding new crops. 

Your Power

Driven by your curiosity, you like to dig into a challenging research question. You love to find out how biological processes exactly work while keeping practical applicability in mind. You want to learn more about plant & cell biology and about how this field of research can contribute to the generation of vegetable varieties. Of course, you are also able to work accurately, as you are dealing with sensitive protocols and live cells. It is easy for you to maintain focus, keep an eye on the end-goal and deliver results. Since you will work in an international team, you are eager to work and learn together. 

In Short, You Meet the Following Requirements

• are an HBO plant-/cell- biology or biotechnology student;  

• have laboratory and sterile handling experience; 

• are interested in plant biology and breeding; 

• are an independent worker with initiative;

• knowledge in python programming is a plus;

• are available for a period of minimal 6 months, preferably as soon as posible

• speak English fluently. 

• live within commuting distance of Enkhuizen (no housing is provided).
  

Enza Zaden as an employer   

With more than 3,000 passionate team members across the world, we're on a daily mission to develop the finest vegetable varieties. Our goal? To deliver seeds with that special something: better taste, better yields, and better resistance.

On our mission to feed the world, we challenge ourselves to gain deeper insights and find the next breakthrough. We grow and innovate together and everyone’s contribution are valued. Throughout our 85 years, our family values, passion, independence and or focus on innovation have truly set us apart. Over 480 million people are eating our vegetables every day something we are very proud of! Our passion isn't just a trademark; it's our driving force, propelling our rapid growth. If you're ready to explore your potential and thrive in a supportive environment, we welcome you to develop your talents with us. The combination of entrepreneurship, initiative and a healthy dose of determination has made Enza Zaden great and brought us where we are today. Enza Zaden is and always will be in motion: in the past, present and future. 

What you can expect from us

As a family-owned company, we support you to thrive in all areas of life, so that you can be successful inside and outside of work.

We offer:

• Flexible work arrangements;

• Access to a variety of wellbeing programs and healthy food options;

• An internship allowance and internship event program

Join us for an internship that grows with you! Are you curious to know more about Enza Zaden click on this link to our website.

Get in touch

Apply now using the application button. You will receive an automatic confirmation of your application within minutes, and we will respond to your application within 10 working days. 

 Do you have any questions about our application process? Please feel free to reach out to:

Tamara Woudstra

t.woudstra@enzazaden.nl   

0615045308