Thank you for your interest in career a opportunity with the Monsanto Vegetable Division, a division that includes De Ruiter Seeds, Seminis Seeds and the International Seed Group. At Monsanto, we are committed to recruiting and retaining the best individuals through our team-oriented culture that encourages creativity, decision-making and entrepreneurial spirit.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual for our Seed Technology Co-op role from January-June 2010.

The Co-op will be responsible for feasibility studies of Plant Growth Regulators seed treatment on vegetables seeds. This is an excellent opportunity to work with leading edge technology and talented cross functional scientists seeking to deliver the very best vegetable seed technologies.

Primary responsibilities are:

• Keep accurate records of all data collected and buffers and other duties as assigned
• Plan, schedule, evaluate, analyze and interpret results of seed treatment experiments
• Regulatory adherence and compliance to state and federal laws governing seed treatments on vegetables seeds
• Perform a variety of laboratory functions including preparation of media
• Frequent reporting on research activities to his/her supervisor
• This position reports to the Global Seed Technology Lead
• Actively participate in ESH programs on site

Monsanto is the largest developer, grower and marketer of fruit and vegetable seeds in the world. We lead the development of hybrids that improve nutrition, boost crop yields, limit spoilage and reduce the need of chemicals. Research is the heart of Monsanto and its future as we are committed to consistently introducing innovative products for our customers. It's amazing to consider that improving human health, promoting environmental stewardship and fostering greater economic growth for the agricultural community can all start with something as small as a seed.

Required Skills/Experience:

• Student must be currently enrolled in school and have completed their Junior year of school in a B.S degree program, or pursuing an M.Sc. degree in a plant science, plant physiology or related discipline
• Student must be able to take off a semester from January - June 2010
• Familiar with crop protection and seed treatments
• Computer skills related to data acquisition and analysis
• Firm knowledge of seed/plant physiology and the Scientific Method
• Detail-oriented with the ability to balance multiple tasks
• High degree of initiative in resolving problems and developing recommendations with the ability to meet required deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills

Co-op Benefits

Co-ops are paid a bi-weekly salary that is determined based upon the degree program and year of completion in school.
You will be reimbursed for your travel to and from the work site (one round trip) at standard mileage rates or one round trip coach ticket.
Housing assistance is available for students if there are at least 50 miles between your permanent residence or school residence from the work site location.
For co-op students (working > 5 1/2 months) you are eligible for reimbursement for a single course during your co-op term with us.

Please note that only applications submitted through the Monsanto career web site will be considered for this position.

To view a more complete and detailed job description of this exciting position and to apply online, please visit our website at www.monsanto.com and select req. # 000KT.

We offer very competitive salaries and an extensive benefits package.
Monsanto values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V