Canola Parent Seed Summer Associate

Now hiring! Canola Parent Seed Summer Associate

Contract Duration: 4-6 months (Summer 2027)

Location: Kamloops, BC

Wage: $ 25 - $32 / Hour

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

We are looking for a Canola Parent Seed Summer Associate to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Kamloops, BC.

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.

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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 a Canola Parent Seed Summer Associate, you create chemistry by...

• Supporting Parent Seed Agronomist with the Production of Parental Canola seed with an extreme prejudice towards seed quality and Genetic Integrity.
• You will be working closely with your supervisor and other summer staff assisting in day to day operations such as: site prep, seed prep, seeding, spraying, plant sampling, quality inspections, field inspections, equipment operations, harvest, and site cleanup, to name a few.
• Working in, and maintaining a safe work environment is very important.
• Assist in the production of parent seed with a focus on meeting both yield and quality standards.
• Involved in all aspects of parent seed production including:
  • Organization and execution of parent seed activities from seeding to harvesting.
  • Site preparation, planting, spraying, volunteer control, roguing, crop inspection, pollination, harvest activities, site cleanup and all other required production activities
• Supervision of casual employees and grower relations
• Monitoring the health of the crop as it matures and providing data and recommendations is an important responsibility in this role.

If you have...

• Agronomic knowledge attained through pursuing your degree in Agriculture or related discipline; coupled with experience in the agriculture/natural science industry.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as contribute to a dynamic team environment.
• Proven ability to deliver results.
• Strong attention to detail
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills will be vital in your relations with growers.
• Class 3 driver’s license or Heavy Trailer Endorsement would be considered an asset.
• Able to repeatedly lift up to 25kg
• Must Have a Valid full Class 5 Drivers License
• Understanding about Farm Equipment

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.

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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 accommodation or support throughout the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] with the subject line “Recruitment Accommodation Request”.