Operations Intern

Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited; Yorkton; Hybrid; CAD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited is offering an Operations Intern position in Canada for a 4-month term from May to August. The role provides hands-on experience in agriculture and food industry operations, including handling crop input products, field scouting, and facility maintenance.

The internship is paid, seeking students in Agriculture, Food Science or related fields with a passion for the industry and strong analytical and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree or diploma in Agriculture, Food Science, Environmental Science, Mechanical Techniques, or related field.
• Interest in agriculture industry and practices.
• Detail-oriented with analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Full-time availability for a 4-month term (May–Aug).

Responsibilities

• 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

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Willingness to learn

Education

Degree or diploma in Agriculture

Degree or diploma in Food Science

Degree or diploma in Environmental Science

Degree or diploma in Mechanical Techniques

Degree or diploma in Industrial Engineering

Job description

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

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.

• 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.