Agronomic Excellence Summer Associate

Now hiring! Agronomic Excellence Summer Associate

We are looking for an Agronomic Excellence Summer Associate to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Saskatoon, SK.

Contract Duration: 4 - 6 months (Summer 2027)

Location: Saskatoon, SK

Wage: $25 - $32 / Hour

During peak periods in the season, overtime will be paid for evenings or weekends.

Welcome to BASF

We are BASF in Agriculture and everything we do, we do for the love of farming, and the biggest job on Earth. We are an internationally successful company of the BASF Group. Our solutions are purpose-designed for different crop systems. Connecting seeds and traits, crop protection products, digital tools and sustainability approaches, to help deliver the best possible outcomes for farmers, growers and our other stakeholders along the value chain. With teams in the lab, field, office and in production, we do everything in our power to build a sustainable future for agriculture.

#ForTheLoveOfFarming #TheBiggestJobOnEarth #AgEmployerOfChoice

Here you can gain more insight into our Vision at BASF Agricultural Solutions!

Students will be hired and employed through a third-party contracting agency - Raise Recruiting. Opportunities are based on business needs at our sites.

Candidates resumes will be presented to BASF based on requirements of the assignments being a match and fit based on experience. Applications can be considered for multiple opportunities now through March 31, 2027. If you are selected, you will be contacted about the summer employment opportunity directly.

As an Agronomic Excellence Summer Associate, you create chemistry by...

• Conducting field trials with the local Agronomic Excellence group to evaluate canola hybrids, seed technology and agronomic practices with goal of developing regional, hybrid specific agronomic practices.
• Assisting with field trial activities from seeding to harvest including seed set up, land preparation, planting, pest control, plot maintenance, harvesting and supervision of casual employees as required.
• Regularly travelling in your local region for field scouting and crop health diagnosis through daily monitoring of field and research plots, data collection and analysis.

If you have...

• Strong agronomic competence attained through pursuing your degree in Agriculture, or another college along with experience in the Agriculture Industry
• Familiarity and practical experience with agriculture equipment is an asset.
• Ability to deliver results in pursuit of both individual and team goals.
• Previous experience in agriculture field research is an asset.
• Attention to detail and demonstrated problem solving skills.
• Ability to be flexible and modify plans as situations arise minimizing impact on results
• Driver’s license

About us

BASF Agricultural Solutions is a trusted partner to the agricultural industry, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions that help farmers succeed across a wide range of cropping systems. Across North America, our teams work together to address some of agriculture's most important challenges while creating value for customers, communities, and the environment. At BASF, you'll find opportunities to grow your career, collaborate with talented colleagues, and make a meaningful impact through work that matters.

Find out more about our Agricultural Solutions team here.

Diversity is our greatest strength!

Join us in shaping the future as part of a global team that embraces inclusion and equal opportunity – regardless of gender, age, background, sexual orientation, disability, or personal beliefs. Our people are at the heart of everything, dedicated to delivering value for our customers every day.

By focusing on enabling our people today and in the future, we will ensure we have the talent and skills needed to succeed.

United by the love of farming, we innovate, collaborate, and strive for the best solutions together, creating connections and driving success as one team. This is how we make an impact. For the love of farming, the biggest job on Earth.

Privacy Statement

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Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

BASF is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where our employees can be their authentic selves. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, place of origin, ethnic origin, colour, religion/creed, sex/pregnancy, marital status, family status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We seek to make our recruitment process accessible for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations or support throughout the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] with the subject line “Recruitment Accommodation Request”.