Agronomist Intern Cardston, Alberta

Simplot Canada (II) Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of the J.R. Simplot Company. The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and agriculture-related businesses. The J.R. Simplot Company is a true farm-to-table company with operations that touch every aspect of agriculture, including seed production, farming and ranching, plant sciences, fertilizer manufacturing, food processing, commercial product development, and distribution.

Summary

This position is an opportunity for students enrolled in post-secondary education in the Ag Industry to gain experience in the Simplot Grower Solutions trade area. The successful candidate will carry out day-to-day operations duties during our peak season, and then transition into Agronomy duties later in the season.

Key Responsibilities

Retail Operations

• Assist in coordinating and executing product movement and organization
• Assist in loading and unloading of product from customers and suppliers
• Assist operations employees with various tasks, especially in busy season and especially when a customer needs to be served
• Assist in treating seed, as required
• Conduct inventory counts twice a week
• Complete loadout tickets for customers on every transaction
• Maintain clean and tidy yard including mowing grass, clearing garbage, levelling gravel, etc.

Agronomist Intern Scouting Program Participant

agPROVE Trial Program

Role Shadowing & Continued Development

Simplot Grower Solutions Team Member

Typical Education