About the role#
Join the team in Beiseker, Alberta, for a summer position supporting local crop inputs operations. This role is designed for students interested in a future career within the agriculture industry. You will work alongside sales, agronomy, and operations staff to learn about the business while gaining practical, hands-on experience during the busy growing season.
What you'll do#
- Support daily site activities, including warehouse organization, inventory management, and general facility upkeep.
- Help receive, prepare, and ship seed, fertilizer, and crop protection products.
- Assist in preparing customer orders and providing timely service.
- Gain exposure to basic agronomy tasks such as crop staging, weed and pest identification, and field observations.
- Help with field demonstrations, plots, and grower events.
- Complete administrative tasks and record keeping.
- Participate in safety training and follow all operating and environmental procedures.
- Collaborate with team members across sales 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.
- Capability to perform physical work in a retail environment and work outdoors in various weather conditions, including exposure to sun, rain, dust, and pollen.
- A strong commitment to safety and the ability to work well within a team.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- A valid Canadian driver's licence if required for specific location duties.
- An interest in agriculture, agribusiness, agronomy, or sales is preferred.
- Previous experience in agriculture, farming, retail, or customer service is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Beiseker, Alberta.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Status: Full-time, paid, seasonal role.
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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