Operations Intern

Job summary

The Operations Intern will assist with grain handling, truck loading, sample testing, and the delivery of crop input products. They will also perform facility maintenance, field scouting, and provide support for administrative and customer service tasks.

Job details

OPERATIONS INTERN Employment Type: Full Time, Contract (May – August) Division: Grain and Crop Inputs Location: North Battleford, SK (Hamlin Elevator) 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 * Assisting with grain handling and sorting, including supporting truck loading activities and conducting sample testing * 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 * 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

The Operations Intern will assist with grain handling, truck loading, sample testing, and the delivery of crop input products. They will also perform facility maintenance, field scouting, and provide support for administrative and customer service tasks.

Requirements

Candidates must be currently pursuing a degree or diploma in Agriculture, Food Science, Environmental Science, Mechanical Techniques, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. Applicants should possess strong analytical skills, effective communication abilities, and a willingness to learn in an agricultural environment.

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Logistics · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Grain handling
• Grain merchandising
• Logistics
• Transportation
• Agronomy
• Crop input operations
• Terminal operations
• Ag retail sales
• Sample testing
• Field scouting
• Facility maintenance
• Customer service
• Analytical skills
• Problem-solving
• Communication
• Operations
• Problem Solving
• Innovation
• Detail Oriented
• Artificial Intelligence
• Customer Service
• Willingness To Learn
• Effective Communication
• Housekeeping
• Retail Sales
• Merchandising
• Environmental Science
• Facility Repair And Maintenance
• Industrial Engineering
• Food Science
• Agriculture
• Sorting
• Milling
• Decision Making Software
• Grain Handling
• Crop Scouting

Job areas

• Agriculture
• Logistics
• Manufacturing
• Transportation
• Administrative
• Operations Intern
• Soil / Plant Scientist
• Environmental Protection Professionals
• Soil and Plant Scientists