About the role#
As a Technical Agronomy Summer Intern, you will support BASF agricultural research and field operations. This role involves hands-on work with crop trials, equipment management, and stakeholder engagement. You will gain experience in trial design, crop evaluation, and professional communication while working in a regional field setting.
What you'll do#
- Organize and manage large-scale trials.
- Conduct evaluations on seed treatments, herbicides, and fungicides.
- Support customer tours and presentations.
- Operate ATVs and pull-behind sprayers.
- Transport equipment between trial sites.
- Complete and present a demand creation or research project.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an agriculture science or related degree program, with plans to return to studies after the internship.
- Enthusiasm for agronomy.
- Strong communication skills.
- A commitment to safety.
- Ability to travel within your assigned region.
- Ability to work independently.
- A valid driver’s licence.
- Experience with farm equipment and sprayers is an asset.
Location & details#
- Locations: Edmonton and Red Deer, Alberta.
- Term: Summer 2027 (4 months).
- Modality: On-site, full-time.
- Note: This is a paid position. You will be hired and employed through a third-party contracting agency.
About BASF
BASF is a chemical manufacturing company founded in 1865. Based in Ludwigshafen, the firm operates as a public company with over 10,000 employees. It maintains a diverse portfolio across sectors including chemicals, materials, industrial solutions, and nutrition. The business provides products for agricultural solutions and surface technologies.
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