By Kristina Leung and Julien Gagnier, Mediacorp Canada Inc. staff editors
Description: Monsanto Canada Inc. is an agricultural biotechnology company that develops crop protection products and insect-resistant seeds, specializing in canola, corn and soybean crops.
Highlights for new grads:
Average starting salary: $45,001 to $50,000
Career planning services
Flexible work hours
Formal leadership training
Health benefits for new employees
In-house training program
Mentoring program
Online training program
Orientation program for new employees
New entry-level positions (last year): 3
Student employment: summer and co-op
Telecommuting
Tuition subsidies
Vacation (after first year): 3 weeks
Hiring locations across Canada: Winnipeg MB, Guelph ON, London ON, Lethbridge AB
Typical positions for new grads: Graduates would occupy Agronomist, Territory Manager and Technology Development Representative positions.
New grads hired here typically have these academic backgrounds:
Bachelor of Arts: General, Business, Human Resources
Bachelor of Commerce / Business Administration: General, Accounting, Human Resources, Marketing
Bachelor of Engineering: Agriculture, Biotechnology
Bachelor of Science: General, Agriculture / Horticulture
Community College Diploma: Agriculture / Horticulture, Marketing / Sales
Doctorate (Eng.): Biotechnology
Master of Business Administration: Accounting, Marketing
Master of Science: Agriculture / Horticulture
Professional Accreditation: Accounting (CGA), Human Resources (CHRP, CEBS)
On-campus recruitment at: University of Manitoba, University of Guelph, University of Saskatchewan, University of Alberta, Ontario Agricultural College, Lakeland College, Olds College, University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge Community College, Assiniboine Community College
