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Create Your Own Chemistry: What We Offer You

At BASF, we create chemistry through the power of connected minds. By balancing economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility, we are building a more sustainable future through chemistry. As the world\xe2\x80\x99s leading chemical company, we help our customers in nearly every industry meet the current and future needs of society through science and innovation.

We provide a fulfilling work environment with a strong emphasis on the physical and psychological safety of our employees and the communities we operate in. We are always working to form the best team with an emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion and through lifelong learning and development.

At BASF, we constantly strive to become an even better workplace. As a result of our commitment to our employees, BASF has earned various awards, including being recognized by Mediacorp as a Top Employer in Canada and the GTA in 2023, and for many consecutive years prior. We are also thrilled that, for the first time ever in 2023, we have been further recognized by Mediacorp as one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Top Employers for Diversity, as well as for Young People.

We invite you to join our best team on our journey to create solutions for a sustainable future!

Technical Agronomy Intern (2302144)

Contract Duration: 4 - 6 months (Summer)

Positions are available in the following surrounding areas: Peace Region, Red Deer, Calgary, Edmonton, Lethbridge

Wage: $22hr \xe2\x80\x93 $29hr

BASF\'s Intern Program was created to provide highly motivated, mobile-minded current university and college students an opportunity to enhance their professional skills through a variety of diverse learning experiences. This internship allows interns to contribute to real-world business needs, while exploring career options and developing technical and professional decision-making skills. Interns will have the opportunity to assess their capabilities, skills, and interests and gain valuable exposure to BASF\'s culture, values, and decision-makers.

Program Summary

We offer students the opportunity to contribute to real-world assignments. This program also offers undergraduate students the ability to apply their education and background to challenging assignments to build both technical and professional skills.

As a highly motivated undergraduate student, you will participate in a 4 \xe2\x80\x93 6-month internship located within Canada.

Enhanced career development and value delivery to BASF. Throughout the internship, BASF will host learning events for personal and professional development and an opportunity to explore possible career tracks within the company.

Successfully engaging across the business throughout your internship will expand your network, allow you to grow personally and professionally, and learn a variety of valuable skill sets.

All interns will be assessed throughout the summer for either a returning internship offer, or a full time offer for one of our Professional Development Rotational programs.

Formula for Success: As Technical Agronomy Intern, you will join our agronomy team where you will be involved in\xe2\x80\xa6

• Organize and help manage a variety of large-scale trials including canola hybrids (InVigor Demonstration Strip Trials), seed treatment, fungicide and herbicide trials with Growers. This Involves activities such as seeding, spraying and harvest operations with the InVigor Demonstration Strip Trial program.

• Conduct evaluations throughout the season including but not limited to: Plant vigor, plant count measurement in the InVigor Demonstration Strip Trials.

• Conduct efficacy assessments with Seed Treatment, Herbicide and Fungicide trials.

• Take part in and help set up customer tours and presentations.

• Operation of ATV and pull behind sprayer.

• Responsible for transportation of equipment from site to site.

• Complete and Present on a Demand Creation/Research project before peers and senior leaders within BASF.

• Professional and direct interaction with grower and retail stakeholders.

• Strong commitment to safety

Qualifications

Ingredients for Success: What We Look for in You\xe2\x80\xa6

• Currently Enrolled in an agriculture science or related degree program.

• Interested in agronomy.

• High level of enthusiasm and strong communication skills

• Strong commitment to learn and gain experience in agronomy.

• Mobility to travel within your assigned region, manage your own schedule and work independently in pursuit of team goals.

• Valid drivers\xe2\x80\x99 license required.

• Experience with the operation of farm equipment and sprayers is an asset.

If you need any further assistance, please email Talent Acquisition at: agcampusrelations@basf.com

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 ta-canada@basf.com with the subject line \xe2\x80\x9cRecruitment Accommodation Request\xe2\x80\x9d.

Privacy Statement

BASF takes security & data privacy very seriously. We will never request personal or financial information of any kind via either text message or direct message on any social media platform or job board. Furthermore, we will never offer a candidate a position and request a cheque for equipment or any other type of payment during the job application process. If you have experienced any of the above, please contact myhr@basf.com to report fraud.

A unique total offer: you@BASF

At BASF you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That\'s what we call you@BASF. Click here to learn more.

A unique total offer: you@BASF

At BASF you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That\'s what we call you@BASF. Click here to learn more.

At BASF, we believe that people are the key to our long-term success and that talent is in everyone.
We thrive on giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfil personal ambitions\xe2\x80\xa6that\xe2\x80\x99s how we create chemistry. #belongatBASF

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