Summer Agribusiness Student — Field & Agronomy Roles

Richardson International; Nobleford; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Richardson International in Alberta is offering Agribusiness Summer Student positions across Richardson Pioneer Ag Business Centres. You will support crop input retail activities, assist with crop scouting, soil and tissue testing, and help with grain purchases and shipping.

Ideal candidates are passionate about agriculture, self-motivated, organized, with strong communication skills and an agriculture degree or diploma in agronomy, plant or soil science; a valid driver's licence is required.

Qualifications

• Strong interest and knowledge of Agriculture.
• Highly self-motivated, organized and detail oriented.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Agriculture degree or diploma program focusing on Agronomy, Plant Science or Soil Science.

Responsibilities

• Assist with crop input retail activities.
• Scout crops for weeds, disease and insects.
• Soil & tissue testing.
• Assist with the purchase, storage and shipping of grain.
• Operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Provide excellent customer service to our farm customers.

Skills

Agriculture knowledge

Self-motivation

Communication skills

Education

Agriculture degree or diploma (Agronomy/Plant/Soil Science)

Job description

Richardson International in Alberta is offering Agribusiness Summer Student positions across Richardson Pioneer Ag Business Centres. You will support crop input retail activities, assist with crop scouting, soil and tissue testing, and help with grain purchases and shipping.

Ideal candidates are passionate about agriculture, self-motivated, organized, with strong communication skills and an agriculture degree or diploma in agronomy, plant or soil science; a valid driver's licence is required.