Farm Operations Intern

The Role: This internship provides an opportunity to support the Farm Department in delivering high-quality agricultural production through a blend of administrative and hands-on field responsibilities. Interns will gain exposure to GPS technologies, irrigation practices, equipment inventory management, mapping, planting validation, and a variety of special projects across the region.

Location(s): Salinas, CA

Areas of Responsibility:

• Develop a working understanding of irrigation systems, tractor operations, and farm field methods.
• Maintain and update equipment inventory; verify tags and asset numbers.
• Conduct Time & Motion studies for irrigation and tractor-related activities.
• Perform GPS field work, including leveling, and mapping.
• Assist with GPS land-leveling projects.
• Create and update ranch maps as needed.
• Support Farm Managers in the day-to-day activities as needed.
• Operate tractors and irrigation equipment when required.
• Special projects as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma and current college enrollment as a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to interpret and follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions.
• Working knowledge of basic computer systems; MS Excel experience preferred.
• Must have valid driver's license.

Ideal Candidate:

• Highly self-motivated, independent, and eager to contribute beyond assigned duties.
• Hands-on learner with strong problem-solving abilities and a willingness to take initiative.
• Effective communicator, both verbally and in writing.
• Team-oriented and supportive of collaborative goals.
• Observant, proactive, and able to identify small issues before they become problems.
• Curious, adaptable, and excited to gain real-world agricultural experience.