Summer Student – Richardson Farms

Job title: Summer Student – Richardson Farms

Job description: At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For 160 years, Richardson has been dedicated to Canadian agriculture. Recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing, Richardson is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies with more than 3,000 employees across Canada, the U.S. and the U.K.

Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for a Summer Student – Richardson Farms at our Richardson Kelburn Farm. Our Richardson Farm is a 700-acre Crop Development Center and demonstration farm that is dedicated to practical research and demonstration projects related to emerging agricultural technology with the areas of focus being agronomy, disease management, fertility, soil & water management, crop protection and seed varieties.

Responsibilities:

Field management (seeding, spraying, harvesting)

Data collection and record keeping

Equipment maintenance

Coordinating and conducting tours

Public relations

General farm duties

Qualifications:

Ambitious, organized and detail oriented

Ability to operate field equipment is required

Strong communication, interpersonal and oral communication skills

Students or graduates of an Agriculture Degree or Diploma Program would be considered an asset

An agriculture background is preferred

Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of competitive salary and training and career development opportunities.

Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by October 27, 2023.

Richardson International values diversity in the workplace. Women, Aboriginal People, Visible Minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify.

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