SKILLS DEVELOPED
- Understand interrelationships of food and agriculture
- Knowledge of global and local food markets, free trade, commodification of food, etc.
- Analytical reasoning
- Conduct field studies
- Knowledge of the challenges and benefits of producing and distributing healthy, affordable food in sustainable ways
- Methodical approach to using information gathering equipment
- Management of agricultural systems
- Understand the environmental, social and ethical consequences of conventional agriculture
- Use collected data to analyze and understand situations
- Knowledge of livestock operations
- Understand crop practices including crop rotation, grazing, no-till and organics
- Effectively work with the community and non-profit organizations on sustainability issues in food and agriculture
- Alternative approaches to farming
- Project design and management
- Critical reading and writing
- Oral presentation skills
- Awareness of safety procedures, handling of chemicals, field practices
SAMPLE JOB TITLES
- Agricultural Public Relations
- Agricultural Research Assistant
- Agronomist
- Agro-Tourism
- Conservationist
- Crop Consultant
- Education
- Fair Trade
- Food Inspector
- Governmental Agencies
- International Agricultural Development Advisor
- Land-Use Consultant
- Non-Profit Organizations
- Nutrient Management Planner
- Nutrition and Food Industry Specialist
- Nursery Operator
- Organic Farming
- Plant Health Supervisor
- Plant Nutritionist
- Soil and Water Analysis
- Soil Conservationist
- Urban Agricultural Coordinator
Further Resources
Careerspace Resources
- Careerspace Website - Extensive career development and work search information including tools, links, strategies and assessments.
- Trent University Student Job Board - Look for on- and off-campus opportunities.
- Career Resources on myTrent - Access the following resources through myTrent>Support>Careerspace
- Career Cruising and TypeFocus - Free self-assessments that connect your interests and personality to your career.
- My World Abroad - Provides information, strategies, and tips for anyone considering going abroad for work, study or travel.
- Career Counselling and Résumé Critiques - Get feedback in a one-on-one appointment.
- Career and Work Search Workshops - Register through the Events Calendar
- Events and Fairs - Your opportunity to meet and network with employers and recruiters on campus.
Professional Associations & Societies
Professional associations and societies can be effective exploration resources as they provide information about careers, job boards, events and professional development opportunities. These groups can be used for networking, so become familiar with them!
- Ontario Federation of Agriculture
- Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council
- Agricultural Institute of Canada
- Organic Council of Ontario
- Sustain Ontario
- FoodWork
Opportunities - Internships, Careers, Government Programs
- Trent University Student Job Board
- Sustain Ontario's Opportunities Page
- ECO Jobs
- International Institute for Sustainable Development
- Ontario Internship Program
- Green Communities Canada
- Environment Canada
- Career Edge
- Services for Youth
- International Experience Canada
- Federal Government Jobs
- Provincial Government Jobs
- Charity Village
- AgFoodJob
- The Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council
- AgCareers.com
Get Experience
- Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems at Trent - Courses, program faculty, resources, and more department information.
- Trent Community Research Centre - Students are matched with local organizations to assist with research, planning and other community development projects for course credit.
- Trent University Student Organizations - Get involved in groups that will contribute to learning new skills & gaining a variety of experience.
Get Connected
Develop Your Network-get advice about careers from alumni and other professionals
- Networking, Mentoring and Informational Interviewing - Careerspace has workshops and one-on-one appointments to help you develop your network.
- Mentoring/Networking Programs - Programs and events to help you navigate your career options.