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Crop Protection Development AssistantSyngenta Crop Protection • Red Deer, Alberta, Canada
Crop Protection Development Assistant

Crop Protection Development Assistant

Syngenta Crop Protection • Red Deer, Alberta, Canada
1 hour ago
Salary
CA$23.50–CA$30.50 hourly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

At Syngenta, our goal is to build the most collaborative and trustworthy team in agriculture, providing top-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that improve farmers' success. We invite you to help shape the future of agriculture and play a role in safely feeding the world while caring for our planet.

Syngenta's R&D Team is seeking a Crop Protection Development Assistant Intern in Red Deer, AB. This internship role will work alongside our research team to conduct a small-plot research program with a focus on crops such as wheat, barley, canola, and pulse crops in Western Canada.

As part of Syngenta's Emerging Talent Program, you will gain hands-on experience, exposure to day-to-day business operations, and opportunities to apply your academic knowledge to real-world challenges while developing your professional skills.

Duration: May 2027 – August 2027

Accountabilities:

  • Hands-on experience to confidently understand crop production requirements in key crops.
  • Agronomic training to identify crop staging and pest identification (weeds, insects, and diseases).
  • Knowledge of the safe operation of small research equipment and the use of chemicals.
  • Understanding of data requirements and methodology that go into Product Development.
  • Leadership, teamwork, and time management skills.
  • Operation of small agricultural farm equipment, such as tractors and planters.
  • Initiating trials and field testing of experimental products under development.
  • Data collection and adherence to written protocols.
  • Monitoring and managing site maintenance and activities.


Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • A positive attitude and excitement for learning.
  • Currently pursuing post-secondary education; preference given to those in the field of Agriculture.
  • Class 5 license minimum.
  • Comfortable wearing a respirator and working mainly outdoors.
  • Ability to repetitively lift 20 lbs. at one time and work outdoors, which may require standing and/or kneeling for long periods of time.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Previous relevant summer experience is considered an asset; however, all experience levels and academic disciplines are welcome to apply.
  • Farm and post-secondary school experience considered an asset.



Additional Information

What We Offer:

  • A culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration, promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members.
  • Competitive wages
  • Ongoing career development resources
  • The opportunity to work on meaningful, innovative projects that solve problems

The hourly salary for this position is CAD 23.50- 30.50. This range reflects market rates and is ultimately determined by several factors including the candidate’s skill, experience, and relevant education.

At Syngenta Canada, we put people first. Our culture is built on flexibility, trust, and wellbeing so you can do your best work and feel supported along the way. We’re committed to ED&I and creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, included, and able to thrive. We’re also proud of our representation in Canada, with a 50/50 male/female employee split, 47% female people leaders, and 50% female representation on our Executive Leadership Team.

Syngenta Canada is recognized as a 2026 Alberta’s Top Employer, a 2026 Excellence Awardee for Diversity & Inclusion, and Canadian HR Team of the Year.

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