Summer Interns | Expressions Of Interest

PGG Wrightson Seeds is the largest proprietary seed company in the Southern Hemisphere and part of the global seed company DLF, headquartered in Denmark. We service both New Zealand and global markets, covering every stage of the seed journey — from research and development through to seed production, supply, and on-farm support.

We invite expressions of interest for Summer Interns to join our Kimihia Research Centre team in Lincoln, Canterbury during the peak harvest season.

These roles are ideal for university students or anyone looking to gain practical work experience in farming, plant breeding, lab work, or agricultural research — working alongside people recognised internationally as leaders in their field.

About the roles

Full-time positions (37.5 or 40 hours) run from late November to February / March, with some paid overtime (including weekends) during peak harvest.

Most roles are field-based, covering planting, mowing, fertilising, spraying, rogueing, harvesting, and post-harvest processing. Opportunities are also available in our Plant Breeding and Laboratory teams, supporting trial data collection, testing and research projects.

Please note : these roles involve working in a high-pollen environment

and may not suit hay fever sufferers.

What we're looking for

Studying agriculture, science, agronomy, or related discipline, or relevant experience

Keen interest in farming, agricultural research, or plant science

Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Good communication skills and team focus

Current full NZ driver's licence (manual preferred)

Why join us?

Gain hands-on industry experience in agricultural research and production

Learn from leading industry experts

Work on projects that support sustainable farming and innovative seed solutions

Competitive hourly rate + overtime pay

At PGG Wrightson Seeds, part of the DLF Group, our purpose is to

enrich land, life, and people through seeds and science

• . Guided by our "Connecting to Grow" strategy, we're committed to fostering great careers for great people.

To request a position description, please email :

You must have current working rights for New Zealand.