Agricultural Student - Summer 2025 at Cavendish Agri Services

Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting both sales and operations, providing a variety of work throughout the summer. This could include acting as a liaison between the customers, visiting growers, and supporting production. This is a summer position that is ideal for a student studying agriculture. The position starts in April and finishes the end of August.

Hourly Rate: $19.50 - $21.70/hourly

Application Deadline: January 28th, 2026

Responsibilities

• Responsible for day to day office duties and administrative responsibilities
• Assisting with deliveries of agricultural products, and field work such as soil sampling, crop scouting and plant work as needed
• Supporting sales staff with customer visits and requests
• Facilitate on-farm research trials with various products
• Support production including assisting with customer orders
• Cultivate positive relationships with customers in the farming community
• Represent the company in a positive and professional manner
• All other duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

• Currently attending post secondary education in plant science, agriculture, agri-business or similar field of education
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• A keen interest in agriculture
• A strong focus on customer service
• Ability and willingness to learn new systems and technologies
• Ability and willingness to work in office, plant and outdoor environments
  
  

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

Cavendish Agri Services supports farmers in growing healthy and productive crops. We have 7 manufacturing/retail locations serving Atlantic Canada. Our primary products include fertilizers, crop protectants, and technical expertise.