Operations Intern

P&H, Limited; Biggar; On-site; CAD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited (P&H) is offering an Operations Intern internship at Hanover Junction Elevator in Biggar, SK. The program runs full-time, contract for May through August, and is a paid position.

As an Operations Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in Canada’s agriculture and food sector, performing grain handling, crop input product delivery, and field scouting while contributing to real projects. You will work with experienced professionals in a safe, compliant environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree or diploma in Agriculture, Food Science, Environmental Science, Mechanical Techniques, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
• Strong interest in agriculture industry and practices
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Full-time availability for a 4-month term, May – Aug.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with grain handling and sorting, including supporting truck loading activities and conducting sample testing
• Handling and delivering crop input products
• Field and crop scouting duties as required
• Regular facility maintenance and housekeeping
• Maintaining a safe and compliant working environment

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree or diploma in Agriculture, Food Science, Environmental Science, Mechanical Techniques, Industrial Engineering

Job description

Hanover Junction Elevator
Biggar, SK S0K0M0, CAN

Description

Operations Intern

Employment Type: Full Time, Contract (May – August)

Division: Grain and Crop Inputs

Compensation: This internship is a paid position.

Who We Are

Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited (P&H) is a Canadian, family-owned company with over 115 years in agriculture. We operate across four divisions: Grain & Crop Inputs, Flour Milling, P&H Foods, and New-Life Mills, delivering trusted solutions from crop inputs and grain handling to flour milling, livestock nutrition, and egg production. By connecting Canadian farms to tables across the country and beyond, we’re committed to quality, innovation, and sustainability as we shape the future of food and agriculture.

Internship Overview

As Operations Intern, you will gain meaningful, hands‑on experience in Canada’s agriculture and food industry. Students will build practical skills, learn from experienced professionals, and contribute to real projects that support our business, customers, and communities.

• Assisting with grain handling and sorting, including supporting truck loading activities and conducting sample testing
• Handling and delivering crop input products
• Field and crop scouting duties as required
• Regular facility maintenance and housekeeping
• Maintaining a safe and compliant working environment

What We're Looking For

• Currently pursuing a degree or diploma in Agriculture, Food Science, Environmental Science, Mechanical Techniques, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
• Strong interest in agriculture industry and practices
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Full-time availability for a 4-month term, May – Aug.

We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

P&H does not use artificial intelligence or automated decision‑making tools to screen, assess, or select applicants. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team or hiring team.