Intern

Vylor; Calgary; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Vylor Inc. seeks a motivated student in agriculture to support on-farm agronomy trials, data collection, and collaboration with the Pioneer commercial team. You will work closely with sales, marketing, and customers to implement trials and gather observations.

Ideal candidates are pursuing an agriculture-related degree, with a preference for first-year students. The role involves field travel, vehicle operation, and participation in grower meetings throughout the season.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in agriculture or related field (agronomy, plant science, etc.).
• Preference given to those who have completed their first year of education.
• Strong self-motivation and initiative; able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Build interpersonal and communication skills while collaborating with sales, marketing, and customers.
• Assist with on-farm agronomy trials and sales-related projects with the Pioneer team.
• Collect and log data from field trials and monitor for disease and pest incidences.
• Develop time-management and prioritization to meet goals.
• Support project work for the Pioneer commercial team.
• Attend educational meetings for growers throughout the season.
• Travel extensively and operate company vehicle safely in assigned area.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Education

Pursuing degree in agriculture or related field

First-year completion preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Join Vylor—Powering the Future of Agriculture

At Vylor, we’re advancing agriculture through breakthrough science—combining elite germplasm, cutting‑edge biotech, and next‑generation expertise in gene editing and molecular breeding. Our portfolio includes trusted industry brands like Pioneer®, Brevant®, and Hoegemeyer®, delivering performance farmers rely on.

Join us to help scale innovation globally and shape what’s next in crop science.

Location:

• North Central Alberta - Edmonton
• South Central Alberta - Calgary

What You'll Do:

• Build interpersonal and communication skills while working closely with sales, marketing and customers.
• Interact closely with Sales team, Pioneer sales professionals and customers to assist in the implementation of on-farm agronomy trials and other sales-related projects.
• Collect and log data from field trials to enhance product characterization and evaluation of agronomic practices and inputs. Monitor sites for disease and pest infestations and produce appropriate reports of observations and collect samples for analysis.
• Gain experience in independently managing your time and priorities and make decisions to meet your goals.
• Develop project management skills by executing on a strategic business project to support the Pioneer commercial team.
• Attend and assist with educational meetings for growers through the season.
• Safe operation of company vehicle while travelling extensively in the assigned area.

Education and Experience:

Applicant should be pursuing a degree in agriculture or related field, e.g. Agronomy, Plant Science, Biological Science, Seed Science, Environmental Studies or Business. Preference given those who have completed their first year of education.

Competencies:

Individual must display a high degree of self-motivation and self‑initiative and ability to work well with others. Must be able to manage time and priorities effectively. Good communication and interpersonal skills are required. Computer aptitude is essential. Valid driver's license and good driving record required.