Technical Sales Summer Student – Central Ontario
Marketing & Sales – Chatham, Ontario, Canada
Req ID: 236604W-02
EMPLOYEE STATUS
Limited Term
SCHEDULE
FullTime
JOB TYPE
Internship
EDUCATION
High School Diploma/GED
Description
Corteva is currently recruiting for a 4-month Technical Sales Summer student in the Southwestern Ontario. This position will run from May 1 to August 31 2024.
Implement Agronomy Trials and sales related activities. Collect and log data from Agronomy Trials and research plots to enhance product characterization and evaluation of agronomic practices and inputs. Liaison with Pioneer sales professionals and customers to assist in the implementation of on-farm agronomy trials and other sales related projects.
This position will compliment your formal education by experiencing a broad overview of opportunities in the seed industry. Contribute to bringing innovative products and practices to our customers. Build interpersonal and communication skills while working closely with research, sales and customers. Enhance and develop your skills through practical and meaningful experience while collecting data and information related to field trials. Gain experience in independently managing your time and priorities, and make decisions to meet your goals. Develop project management skills by executing on a strategic business project to support the Corteva commercial team.
Interact closely with sales, agronomy and research staff in organizing field plot observation process. Observe agronomy trials in on-farm trials, monitor sites for disease and pest infestations and produce appropriate reports of observations and collect samples for analysis. Attend and assist with educational meetings, research center activities. Safe operation of Pioneer vehicle while travelling extensively to plot locations in the assigned area.
Qualifications
Education and Experience: Applicant should be pursuing a degree in agriculture or related field, e.g. Agronomy, Plant Science, Biological Science, Seed Science or Environmental Studies. Preference given those who have completed their first year of education.
Competencies: Individual must display a high degree of self-motivation and self-initiative and ability to work well with others. Must be able to manage time and priorities effectively. Good communication and interpersonal skills are required. Computer aptitude is essential. Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.
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Corteva Agriscience™ is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to boldly embracing the power of inclusion, diversity, and equity to enrich the lives of our employees and strengthen the performance of our company, while advancing equity in agriculture. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws. Discrimination, harassment and retaliation are inconsistent with our values and will not be tolerated. Corteva provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals as part of the application or hiring process or to perform the essential functions of their job. If you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact TalentAcquisition@corteva.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
To all recruitment agencies: Corteva does not accept unsolicited third party resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
