About the role#
Join our team in Equity, Alberta, for the summer of 2027. This position offers hands-on experience in the agriculture industry by supporting our local crop inputs team. You will work alongside sales, agronomy, and operations staff to manage the daily needs of our site during the busy growing season. This role is designed for students interested in a future career in agriculture, and successful participants may be considered for future internships or early-career roles.
What you'll do#
- Support daily operations at the crop inputs location.
- Assist with receiving, organizing, and shipping seed, fertilizer, and crop protection products.
- Manage product inventory and warehouse organization.
- Help prepare customer orders and provide service to our clients.
- Gain exposure to crop scouting and basic agronomy, including weed and pest identification, crop staging, and field observations.
- Assist with field demonstrations, plots, and grower events.
- Handle basic administrative tasks and record keeping.
- Participate in safety training and follow all operating procedures.
- Collaborate with team members across sales, agronomy, and operations.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in high school, college, polytechnic, or university, with plans to return to studies after the summer.
- Legal entitlement to work in Canada.
- Ability to work during the summer season, including periods of high business activity.
- A strong commitment to safety and the ability to work well in a team.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Comfort working in outdoor conditions with exposure to sun, wind, rain, pollen, dust, and insects.
- Ability to perform physical work typical of a retail crop inputs environment.
- A valid Canadian driver's licence, where required for specific duties.
- An interest in agriculture, agribusiness, agronomy, or sales.
- Previous experience in agriculture, farming, retail, or customer service is an asset.
Location & details#
- Location: Equity, Alberta, Canada.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time, seasonal.
- Compensation: Paid position.
About Cargill
Cargill is a food and beverage manufacturing company based in Wayzata, Minnesota. Founded in 1865, the firm operates in agricultural, commodity trading, and food ingredient sectors. It maintains a global presence with over 69,000 employees. The company manages supply chains to source and deliver products for food manufacturers and producers.
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