PT&E Degree Apprentice

Company Description
Syngenta Crop Protection is a leader in agricultural innovation, bringing breakthrough technologies and solutions that enable farmers to grow productively and sustainably. We offer a leading portfolio of crop protection solutions for plant and soil health, as well as digital solutions that transform the decision-making capabilities of farmers. Our 17,900 employees serve to advance agriculture in more than 90 countries around the world.

Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, and is part of the Syngenta Group.

Syngenta offers a 5‑year degree apprenticeship through the University of Kent in Applied Chemical Science BSc (Hons). The programme includes approximately one day per week of online learning and occasional onsite workshops at the university, while apprenticeship work takes place four days weekly at our research centre in Jealott’s Hill (Bracknell).

Your role, as part of a flexible team, will be to generate, analyse and interpret data, carry out problem solving, and report on your findings, contributing to Syngenta’s mission to sustainably feed the planet and developing your scientific career.

• Generate, analyse and interpret laboratory data across three departments—Product Technology & Engineering, product research, development, and analysis.

• Solve problems and report findings to support product development and innovation.

• A minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) – grades A
  * to C, including Science, Maths and English.
• A total of 80 UCAS points, including preferably a B or higher in A‑Level Chemistry or equivalent; predicted grades are accepted during screening and offers will depend on receiving acceptable points/grades. Alternative experience and qualifications may be considered.
• Live within commuting distance of Jealott’s Hill, or be willing to relocate at your own expense.

• Passion and enthusiasm for science and learning.
• Self‑motivated, dedicated and driven.
• Good communication skills.
• Good attitude to working as part of a team.
• Scientific curiosity and logical problem‑solving ability.
• Attention to detail.

• Starting salary of £24k a year with regular pay reviews and potential increases.
• Up to 31.5 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Annual performance‑related bonus and a range of additional benefits.
• All University tuition fees paid for the duration of your degree.
• Access to world‑class scientific equipment.
• Opportunity to work with and learn from highly qualified and experienced scientists.

Completion of the apprenticeship includes successful graduation with a BSc (Hons) in Applied Chemical Sciences. As part of a top‑10 biotech global employer, we provide ongoing development and career opportunities.

More information about the degree can be found at

We value diversity and inclusion and strive to reflect these principles in our workforce. For more information, see

The closing date for applications is 10th July 2026.