Summer 2027 Student Sales Agronomist Intern - Alberta

Pride Seeds; Pain Court; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

PRIDE Seeds is seeking a focused and self-motivated student to join the team as a Summer 2027 Sales Agronomy Internship in Pain Court, Ontario. The 16-week field placement will involve boosting brand awareness, supporting agronomy-focused projects, and assisting with training events and scouting efforts.

You will work closely with Sales Agronomists and your mentor, contributing to agronomy research, customer education, and day-to-day program activities while developing leadership and practical

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Agriculture or related field is preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills required.
• Willingness to learn and work with a sales agronomy team.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience across sales and agronomy within PRIDE Seeds.
• Assist in agronomic projects and develop training materials and events.
• Support field scouting, seed distribution activities, and customer training events.
• Track activity records and project expenses; report progress to mentors and leadership.

Skills

Self-motivation

Time management

Integrity

Dependability

Communication

Work ethic

Professional attitude

Leadership

Education

BS in Agriculture preferred

Job description

Job Details

Posting Details

• Posted on November 4, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location Pain Court, ON N0P1Z0, CAN

• Remote
• Commercial
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SUMME002917

Description

WHO WE ARE

GDM is a global leader in plant genetics, dedicated to transforming agriculture through technological innovation. With a continuous focus on research and development, we bring the most advanced and high-performing seed varieties to the market, creating new growth opportunities for our partners and for the future of agribusiness.

PRIDE® Seeds is one of our leading brands and supported by one of the largest temperate corn genetic pools and a robust corn research program in North America. Through our combined expertise, we continue to push the boundaries of innovation, delivering top-tier seed solutions, services, and trusted agronomy support to help Canadian farmers increase yield and profitability as they position themselves for future growth.

OUR DNA

We are passionate about what we do and driven by curiosity. We believe that learning and innovation are the foundation for transforming the future of agriculture. Our focus is on cutting edge genetic development, creating solutions that make a difference in the field and in the global market.

Our DNA not only guides us but also connects us: we work with empathy, transparency, and respect, ensuring agile and flexible operations. Here, you are the protagonist of your career, because we believe every individual plays an essential role in building something greater. If you are passionate about learning and want to be part of evolving agriculture, GDM is the right place for you! We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Learn more about us at gdmseeds.com or follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter @GDMSeeds.

PRIDE Seeds is currently seeking a focused and self-motivated individual to join our dynamic team as a Summer 2027 Sales Agronomist.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The PRIDE Seeds Summer 2027 Sales Agronomy Internship is a 16-week field work placement. You will be heavily involved in increasing brand awareness and supporting an agronomically focused project in your assigned district (in partnership with your agronomy mentor). Projects could include highly technical tissue sampling initiatives or building sales centered training events (and everything in between). You will have the opportunity to assist in many day-to-day functions of our agronomy team ranging from documenting agronomic ratings on hybrids and varieties to building training presentations, agronomic collateral, and supporting scouting efforts. Position reports to PRIDE Seeds District Sales Manager and Sales Agronomist.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Are you looking to gain valuable, hands‑on experience in the seed industry? You can do that right here at PRIDE Seeds. In this internship program, you will have a variety of responsibilities focused on agronomy. You will work with Sales Agronomists and see first‑hand what it takes to support farmer relationships, relay agronomic guidance, and develop agronomic research programs. As part of our high-performance team, you will gain exposure to our business and what it is like to be part of a sales team. What’s even cooler? You will have experience working on projects that will have a positive impact on the business.

Here at PRIDE Seeds, you are empowered to learn our business that will set you up for success as you develop your career. We are inviting forward-thinking and courageous future leaders to embrace an entrepreneurial approach and start their journey of growth.

What YOU will do:

• You will gain hands‑on experience in a variety of areas from sales to agronomy. This will give you good exposure to the business!
  • Marketing and Knowledge Transfer: Making agronomic training videos and sales collateral to be used by your local team and or shared on the national branded social media pages.
  • Sales: Aid your mentor and local sales team in supporting your area through various agronomic practices including customer training events, distribution training, farmer field scouting, seed delivery in the spring, field signing, etc.
• Agronomy: Complete a 16-week agronomic project built with the support of your sales agronomy mentor. Upon finalization of your project, present the results to the Agronomy Management and Sales Leaders.
• Administrative: In every role there is a bit of paperwork required! You will be responsible for tracking records of activities and expenses associated with your agronomic project.
• You will develop relationships throughout the organization with multiple resource partners, cohorts, and leaders. Building relationships is the core of what we are!

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture or related field from an accredited school preferred.
• Prior agronomic internships or work experience preferred.

KNOWLEDE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Highly self-motivated: You are eager to learn, ask questions, and collaborate with others to learn our business.
• Strong time management skills: You can manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and learn and adapt to various business areas.
• Integrity: You exuberate trust, honesty, and ethics.
• Dependability: You are reliable, responsible, and can be counted on.
• Excellent Communication Skills: You are an effective communicator both in writing and speaking. You thrive with collaborating in a team setting.
• Strong Work Ethic: You work hard and have a "get things done" mentality.
• Professional Attitude: You show up every day with the goal of better understanding our customers' needs, driving our collective passion to #HelpFarmersGrow.
• Strong Leader: You take charge of situations and challenge others to step up their game.

REQUIREMENTS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to drive a large vehicle.
• Must be in required geographic area.
• Ability to lift to 70 lbs.
• Ability to work in outdoor conditions.Ability to travel.
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screen, have a valid driver’s license, and meet company motor vehicle requirements.