Internship Agricultural Data Analyst

WELCOME TO BASF

We are BASF in agriculture and everything we do, we do for the love of farming. Our solutions are purpose-designed for different crop systems, connecting seeds and traits, crop protection, digital tools and sustainability approaches. We strive to deliver the best possible outcomes for farmers, growers and other stakeholders along the value chain. We do everything in our power to build a sustainable future for agriculture by connecting innovation, customers and society. #ForTheLoveOfFarming #TheBiggestJobOnEarth

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WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

During your internship opportunity with a duration of 3-6 months, you will become acquainted with several tasks within our unit, giving you the chance to apply your theoretical knowledge in the daily business and gain hands-on experience. BASF xarvio Digital Farming is one of the world's leading groups in delivering digital agricultural solutions.

• In your new role, you analyze agricultural data using Python or R.
• You combine field-specific crop data with remotely sensed satellite data to help farmers improving crop production.
• You also combine different scripts into a smoothly running script, including code cleanup and documentation.
• In addition, you support the team in designing and refining data-driven agricultural solutions.
• Last but not least, you contribute new ideas on satellite bands or indices that can be useful in an agricultural context.

WHAT YOU OFFER

• enrolled student in agricultural sciences or similar subjects
• extensive work experience, international experience is an advantage
• sound experience in programming with R or Python
• profound experience in data analysis, preferably geospatial data in space and time 
• sound experience in adapting, development and simplification of code 
• strong communicational skills in English, speaking German is nice to have

WHAT WE OFFER

• Practical phase - actively apply theory in challenging and varied tasks/projects 
• Teambuddy - contact person for all questions and regular feedback
• Networks - get to know different perspectives, ways of thinking and fields of work
• Internship compensation - a recognition of the commitment in the amount of 1000€ to 1500€
• Flexible working hours - depending on the location and area of work

HOW TO REACH US

• Lea Sophie Guenther (Talent Acquisition), lea-, Tel.: will be happy to answer your questions for this position. You are also welcome to book an online appointment.
• You can also reach our recruiting team here
• First information about our application process can be found here

ABOUT US

xarvio Digital Farming Solutions powered by BASF is at the forefront of the digital transformation of agriculture optimizing crop production. xarvio offers digital products, based on a global leading crop model platform, which deliver independent field-zone-specific agronomic advice enabling farmers to produce their crops most efficiently and sustainable. The xarvio products FIELD MANAGER and HEALTHY FIELDS are being used by farmers in multiple countries across the globe. Working at BASF Digital Farming GmbH is equally as innovative as our products: we have a global network and work with agile methodologies in a start-up atmosphere. Join our team Learn more about xarvio at  or visit any of our social media channels.

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