Operations Intern

Lyalta, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 17, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Minimum education: College diploma
Posting language: English

Job summary

Handle and deliver crop input products, perform field and crop scouting as needed, and maintain the facility through regular maintenance and housekeeping. Support a safe, compliant working environment and provide exceptional customer service.

Job details

OPERATIONS INTERN Employment Type: Full Time, Contract (May – August) Division: Crop Inputs Location: Lyalta, AB Compensation: This internship is a paid position. WHO WE ARE Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited (P&H) is a Canadian, family-owned company with over 115 years in agriculture. We operate across four divisions: Grain & Crop Inputs, Flour Milling, P&H Foods, and New-Life Mills, delivering trusted solutions from crop inputs and grain handling to flour milling, livestock nutrition, and egg production. By connecting Canadian farms to tables across the country and beyond, we’re committed to quality, innovation, and sustainability as we shape the future of food and agriculture. INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW As Operations Intern, you will gain meaningful, hands-on experience in Canada’s agriculture and food industry. Students will build practical skills, learn from experienced professionals, and contribute to real projects that support our business, customers, and communities. Grain and Crop Inputs * Grain Handling & Elevator Operations * Grain Merchandising * Logistics & Transportation * Agronomy * Administration & Contracts * Crop Input Operations & Merchandising * Terminal Operations * Ag Retail Sales Want to know more? Start here: Grain & Crop Inputs | Parrish & Heimbecker [https://parrishandheimbecker-ag.com/] DAY TO DAY * Handling and delivering crop input products * Field and crop scouting duties as required * Regular facility maintenance and housekeeping * Maintaining a safe and compliant working environment * Performing exceptional customer service duties WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR * Currently pursuing a degree or diploma in Agriculture, Food Science, Environmental Science, Mechanical Techniques, Industrial Engineering, or a related field * Valid driver's licence * Strong interest in agriculture industry and practices * Willingness to learn and develop new skills * Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills * Effective communication skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team * Full-time availability for a 4-month term, May – Aug. APPLY TODAY! We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. P&H does not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools to screen, assess, or select applicants. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team or hiring team.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Applicants must be pursuing a degree or diploma in agriculture, food science, environmental science, mechanical techniques, industrial engineering, or a related field, and hold a valid driver's licence. They should have an interest in agriculture, be willing to learn, demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills, communicate effectively, work independently and collaboratively, and be available full-time for the four-month May–August term.