Summer Crop Operations & Research Associate

Patersongrain; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Paterson Grain is seeking a Summer Student to support operations at our Winnipeg location. You will shadow and assist staff across daily operations, marketing, and administration, helping ensure quality in handling and delivering Paterson Grain products and services.

You will work on agronomy-related tasks, data entry, field scouting, and event planning while learning how a busy grain facility operates. This role offers hands-on experience in a dynamic ag environment in Winnipeg.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree or diploma in Ag Business, Agronomy, Biology or related discipline.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn day-to-day business operations.
• Valid class 5 driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain demonstration and research plots
• Keep accurate agronomic records and enter data into statistical software
• Assist with facility general grounds maintenance
• Able to drive tractor, mower and seeder when required
• Assist in preparing material and conducting customer tours
• Maintain safe and effective handling of fertilizer, chemical, seeds, and other product inventories
• Independently conduct field scouting activities entering data into record keeping software
• Assist with planning and organizing summer events: BBQ and Customer relations
• Learn & assist with crop operations as required (if applicable) and other duties as assigned

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Ag Business, Agronomy, Biology or related discipline

Job description

Paterson Grain is seeking a Summer Student to support operations at our Winnipeg location. You will shadow and assist staff across daily operations, marketing, and administration, helping ensure quality in handling and delivering Paterson Grain products and services.

You will work on agronomy-related tasks, data entry, field scouting, and event planning while learning how a busy grain facility operates. This role offers hands-on experience in a dynamic ag environment in Winnipeg.