Field Representative Student - Summer 2026

J.D. Irving, Limited; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agribusiness company has an exciting opportunity for an Agri Student in Lethbridge, Alberta for the Summer 2026 Work Term. The successful candidate will join a team dedicated to potato processing, gaining hands-on experience and mentorship from industry experts. Key responsibilities include evaluating operations, visiting grower fields, and ensuring quality. Ideal candidates should be pursuing a Bachelor’s or Technical Diploma in Agriculture and demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Opportunities for job-related training

Future growth and progression opportunities

Mentorship from industry experts

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agriculture or Technical Diploma in Agriculture.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage conflict and participate in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Join a team of professionals dedicated to providing the best possible raw to the facility.
• Sample potato storages and evaluate seed cutting operations.
• Visit grower fields as needed for samples.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to manage conflict

Self-starter and initiative

Valid Class 5 license

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Agriculture

Technical Diploma in Agriculture

Job description

We currently have exciting opportunities within our Cavendish Farms operations for Agri Student to join our Team in Lethbridge, Alberta for the Summer 2026 Work Term. Reporting to the Agriculture Manager, the successful candidate will be a results-driven, self-starter who is looking for opportunities to learn the processing potato business. This role offers great opportunity for visibility and career development. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with the "Can-Do" attitude and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agriculture or Technical Diploma in Agriculture.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage conflict and participate in a team environment.
• A proven track record of being a self-starter and taking initiative.
• Valid Class 5 license

Why join us

• Opportunities to take part in job related training and development.
• Future growth and progression opportunities within Cavendish Farms and the larger network of the J.D. Irving group of companies.
• Real responsibility, from day one.
• Mentorship from industry-leading experts, including career development discussions.
• The ability to have your voice and ideas be heard.
• Hands-on work term in our state-of-the-art facilities alongside our world-class professionals.

Responsibilities

• You will join a team of professionals dedicated to providing the best possible raw to our Lethbridge potato processing facility.
• Sample potato storages, evaluate seed cutting operations and planter accuracy.
• Visit grower fields as necessary obtaining samples as required.
• Participate in learning opportunities to enhance your extension skills.
• Provide timely data on potato quality.
• Participate with Production staff to determine their potato requirements for plant operations.
• Report food safety and quality issues to personnel with authority to initiate actions.
• Assist with the supervision 10 hourly truck unloading and potato grading staff.
• Commitment to Quality System Policy