Crop Protection Development Assistant
Core
Intern role conducting small-plot research on wheat, barley, canola, and pulse crops in Western Canada to support product development.
Role type
Crop Protection Development Assistant Intern
Builds
Experimental crop protection products and data for product development
Domain
Agriculture / Crop Science
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Crop production knowledge, pest identification (weeds, insects, diseases), safe chemical handling, agricultural equipment operation, data collection, site maintenance
Preferred skills
Farm experience, post-secondary education in Agriculture, previous summer experience
Technologies
Tractors, planters, small research equipment
Responsibilities
Conduct small-plot research trials, operate farm equipment, collect and manage field data, monitor site maintenance, identify crop staging and pests
Seniority
Intern