Crop Inputs Summer Intern -Alberta

As an intern you will gain exposure in retail sales, agronomy, operations and grain. This internship is an excellent point of entry for development into other career opportunities.

Agronomy - Learn to identify weeds, crop diseases, stage growth, plant populations, insect problems, nutrient deficiencies, and soil problems. Interns will work with location Agronomy and Sales team to plan and execute customer events. Assistance with setting up customer demonstration trials will also be a responsibility. An Agronomist will be working with you to provide training as needed and meet weekly with other location team members to discuss issues and findings.

Operations/Grain - Learn about the operations of a grain elevator, this will include loading and unloading rail cars, moving grain, maintenance, and general day to day duties.

Retail Sales – Assist with crop input retail activities such as receiving and shipping crop input merchandise, become familiar with fertilizers and pesticide product and services we provide our customers. Interns will be trained on the various chemicals and fertilizers we sell to provide recommendations and solutions to meet our customers needs.

A vehicle, cell phone and other required technology will be provided as required.

With comprehensive learning resources at your disposal, you can take your learning in any direction.

As employees, interns receive access to volunteer and community outreach opportunities.

Throughout the internship, interns and co-ops are invited to participate in events that will give exposure to leadership, provide development opportunities, and offer the ability to network with cross-functional interns/co-ops.

Internships are paid and are at least 16 weeks in duration.

Interns are paid hourly for time worked.

Housing assistance and relocation reimbursement is offered to those who qualify (based on mileage).

Interns are responsible for transportation to and from work.

Interns who demonstrate outstanding performance and a curiosity to learn more may be offered an internship, co-op or full-time position to return the following year.

Your development is our priority. With our outstanding global network, you will establish relationships, acquire mentors, and build your professional contacts. Our program encourages and orchestrates networking opportunities that will benefit you now and in your future career. During the internship, you will also receive consistent support from university recruiting staff, mentors, colleagues, and your supervisor.

At Cargill, you will be a part of our vibrant global community with a culture that celebrates diversity. This is a reflection of the clients we serve and generates an intellectually diverse set of employees. Business Resource Groups (BRGs) help us embrace our diversity, make our culture more inclusive and enhance our employees’ outstanding talents and perspectives to benefit our organization and employees.