Digital agriculture is an exciting industry with opportunities for everyone – no agriculture experience needed. If you have a willingness to learn and try new things, this sector is a great place to build your career.

Kickstart your career through work-integrated learning. Nearly 70% of students who take part in WIL secure meaningful jobs after graduating. By 2027 WIL participants expect to earn $11,000 more per year than their peers. The most sought after skill sets in the digital agriculture industry include:

  • Technical Agriculture Skills such as soil science, plant breeding, genetics, agronomy
  • Technology Skills such as data analysis and management
  • Business Skills such as financial literacy, export market identification
  • Human Skills such as communications, teamwork, problem solving, collaboration, and work ethic

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The following programs provide students with hands-on training and knowledge to pursue digital agriculture careers.

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Learn about diverse careers in digital agriculture

You may be surprised to learn not all careers in digital agriculture take place on the farm. Analysts, writers, engineers and others contribute to the sector from offices in the city, as well as individuals who operate equipment and collect and analyze data on the farm.
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Read about people working in digital agriculture

Click on the stories below, and follow and share the hashtag #ThisisAgriculture on X and LinkedIn to learn about diverse career paths.

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I hadn’t known how much AI has been applied in the agriculture industry. [My work placement] made me realize that there is room for people like me, with no previous background in agriculture but a passion for data and AI.

Gisela Sanchez, AI Diploma, UWinnipeg PACE

Find a work placement that supports your goals

If you’re interested in learning more about digital agriculture work placements, contact student services at your college or university and ask about opportunities. Click the links below to to learn more about work placements through the academic institutions EMILI partners with.