Swine Nutrition Summer Student

Who we are:

The GVF Group of Companies empowers farmers to produce meat, milk, and eggs profitably and sustainably for the advancement of human lives, nutrition and health.

Founded in 1960, GVF specializes in the formulation, manufacture and sale of high quality, leading-edge mineral premixes for swine, dairy, beef and poultry producers. We create opportunities for livestock & poultry farms to be more profitable by providing innovative products, programs and services which lower feeding and livestock producers costs, maximize animal performance, and increase nutritional and commercial value of our customers products; meat, milk and eggs.

Today the GVF Group is comprised of seven divisions: Grand Valley Fortifiers, Fortified Nutrition, Farmers Depot, Direct Source Commodities, Valley Feeds, True Foods and On Farm Business Intelligence.

Ours is a family business that cares about its employees and its community. We make sure that all our staff get what the best-in-class team members deserve: benefits, good wages, and respect. Whether through our charitable work, or our dedication to staff, GVF is committed to living out our principles and values.

Why we have this role:

The Swine Nutrition Summer Student will support the Swine Nutrition team in evaluating a research initiative. This includes conducting an initial literature review, helping develop a research protocol, coordinating and executing on-farm trials with customers, and generating meaningful deliverables for both internal teams and external customers.

This role offers hands-on exposure to applied research, commercial swine nutrition, and real-world on-farm experience.

Working with us:

This is a 4-month co-op placement running from May through August 2026. As a full-time member of our Nutrition Team, your typical working hours will be Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Because this role includes on-farm work, there may be times when your hours vary. You’ll work primarily from our Head Office at 151 Savage Drive in Cambridge, with occasional travel of up to two hours one-way. Mileage will be reimbursed for travel as required. A valid Canadian driver’s license and access to a vehicle are required.

What you’ll do:

On-Farm Research Projects

Support a swine research project from planning through on-farm execution

Review literature and help summarize findings for internal teams and customers

Coordinate and attend farm visits while following safety and biosecurity protocols

Collect and organize research data using Excel and other tools

Assist with evaluating and presenting results alongside the Swine Nutrition team

Swine Nutrition Support

Learn commercial swine nutrition through hands-on training

Assist with formulation systems, data analysis, and pricing models

Support additional projects based on interest and team needs

Your background includes:

Currently pursuing a degree in Agriculture, Animal Science, Animal Nutrition, or a related field

On-farm experience is considered an asset

Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills

Genuine interest and passion for the swine industry

A valid Canadian driver’s license and access to a vehicle

Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs

Strong curiosity and desire to learn, research, and ask questions

Why work with us: 

Canadian family-owned and operated company

Competitive student wages

Hands-on, real-world experience in commercial swine nutrition and on-farm research

Mentorship and learning opportunities alongside experienced nutrition professionals

Exposure to applied research, data analysis, and customer-facing work

Store discount at Valley Feeds

Be part of a company that values integrity, innovation, and giving back

Living Our Values:

Passion: Serving customers innovatively and well.

Humble Confidence: Confidently choosing to forgo our status, deploy our resources and use of influence for the good of others before ourselves.

Integrity: Consistently honest while honouring commitments with our customers, co-workers and suppliers.

Professional: Committed to excellence in the way we lead, serve and relate.

Caring: With a servant heart, truly caring for customers and co-workers. Find satisfaction in assisting with others’ challenges and joy in witnessing their success.

All interested applicants are asked to apply with a copy of their resume. We thank all applicants for their interest however, only candidates considered for the position will be contacted for an interview.