Regenerative Farm Internship

Last Updated On: March 3rd, 2026 at 10:46AM MST

Contact information

Farm Address:
365 Shawnee Trail
Troutville, Virginia, 24175

Primary Contact: Brian Bowen
Primary Phone:
    Type: Office
    Number: 540-240-9955
    Email: info@puregrassfarm.com

Website: https://puregrassfarm.com/pages/farm-internship

Internship information

General Farm Description: Pure Grass Farm is currently farming on 120 acres that is built on the belief that good food starts with the land. From our pastures in Troutville, Virginia, we raise over 100 cattle and sheep with intensive management grazing (Adaptive Grazing). We sell direct to the consumer via our shopify website and ship or allow farm pickup of our 100% grass finished beef, 100% Grass finished lamb, and Pasture raised eggs. We do this with care, intention, and respect for the natural systems that sustain them. Our goal is simple: to provide food you can trust, raised the right way, by people who stand behind it. Modern food systems prioritize speed and scale. We prioritize care. By raising animals on open pasture and letting nature lead the process, we’re able to produce food that reflects the health of the land it comes from. Grass, sunshine, fresh air, and time are not shortcuts. They’re essential ingredients in food that tastes better and nourishes more deeply. Our animals spend their lives on pasture, grazing and foraging as nature intended. We manage our land with regenerative principles that support healthier soil, stronger plants, and more resilient ecosystems. Each decision we make is guided by what’s best for the animals, the land, and the families who trust us with their food.

CRAFT Member Farm? Yes

Internship Starts: ASAP or start Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Internship Ends: Internship Ends 6 months from start
Number of Internship Available: Several
Application Deadline: Rolling until filled
Minimum Length of Stay: 4-6 months *There is potential for future long term employment at the farms discretion and according to seasonal and long term farm needs.

Internship Details:

We are accepting farm intern applications now. 

We’re looking for applicants interested in and passionate about regenerative agriculture!

If this opportunity seems to be a good fit for you: Submit an inquiry below.

https://puregrassfarm.com/pages/farm-internship

Step 2. Selected applicants will be asked to fill out an application form and participate in an interview by phone/internet or in person, depending on proximity.

Step 3. Final candidates will be invited and required to attend a farm day visit prior to acceptance.

Interns must complete manual labor outdoors in all weather conditions. Hours are in the range of 40 hours per week on average, depending on season and farm needs. Interns must be willing to work with a team or independently depending upon the specific tasks or project being worked on. 

Tasks may involve, but are not limited to: 

• Collecting & cleaning eggs 
• Handling feed and mineral supplements in 50-lb bags 
• Operating tractor, skid steer, mini excavator and attachments
• Daily portable-electric-fence moving 
• Moving of mobile coops, hoses, fences, etc. 
• Participating in daily farm-team meeting
• Plotting animal movement on the grazing chart 
• Assist with construction & maintenance projects 
• Help in our farm store as needed, stocking, organizing, helping customers
• Shipping and Receiving as needed 
• Keeping each work area clean and organized
• Driving for pick-ups and drop-offs, etc.

Educational Opportunities: Join Pure Grass Farm as an intern and immerse yourself in the art and science of regenerative, grass-based farming. Our internship offers hands-on experience working with livestock to heal the land through thoughtful observation and adaptive grazing management across diverse, hilly terrain. At Pure Grass Farm, you'll learn to evaluate pasture health and forage recovery, gaining skills to assess future grazing properties. Our team brings extensive experience in grass-based farming, homesteading, construction, mechanical work, and agricultural technology, all applied to transforming a conventional beef cattle operation into a thriving regenerative farm. We seek hardworking, curious, and communicative individuals eager to dive deep into regenerative agriculture. A positive attitude is essential, especially during the demanding summer months. Interns will develop basic construction and mechanical skills, including carpentry and equipment maintenance, vital for efficient farm operation. Experience cutting-edge agricultural technology firsthand, including livestock scales, data software, virtual and cell phone-connected fencing, soil and forage testing, and data collection tools that drive our regenerative efforts. We are also building a prototype mobile chicken coop with integrated remote monitoring—if you have skills or interest in microcontrollers, robotics, PLCs, or embedded programming, please highlight this in your application. This internship is ideal for those passionate about permaculture or holistic farm design and offers valuable real-world experience for a future career in agriculture or farm entrepreneurship. Apply now to be part of a pioneering team dedicated to sustainable farming and land regeneration at Pure Grass Farm. Join Pure Grass Farm as an intern and immerse yourself in the art and science of regenerative, grass-based farming. Our internship offers hands-on experience working with livestock to heal the land through thoughtful observation and adaptive grazing management across diverse, hilly terrain. At Pure Grass Farm, you'll learn to evaluate pasture health and forage recovery, gaining skills to assess future grazing properties. Our team brings extensive experience in grass-based farming, homesteading, construction, mechanical work, and agricultural technology, all applied to transforming a conventional beef cattle operation into a thriving regenerative farm. We seek hardworking, curious, and communicative individuals eager to dive deep into regenerative agriculture. A positive attitude is essential, especially during the demanding summer months. Interns will develop basic construction and mechanical skills, including carpentry and equipment maintenance, vital for efficient farm operation. Experience cutting-edge agricultural technology firsthand, including livestock scales, data software, virtual and cell phone-connected fencing, soil and forage testing, and data collection tools that drive our regenerative efforts. We are also building a prototype mobile chicken coop with integrated remote monitoring—if you have skills or interest in microcontrollers, robotics, PLCs, or embedded programming, please highlight this in your application. This internship is ideal for those passionate about permaculture or holistic farm design and offers valuable real-world experience for a future career in agriculture or farm entrepreneurship. Apply now to be part of a pioneering team dedicated to sustainable farming and land regeneration at Pure Grass Farm.

Skills Desired: What we require of an intern: Must be U.S. citizen and 18 years old by the start of internship Commitment to the entire season Physical Fitness for Manual labor (e.g. regular lifting of 50 lb feed and mineral sacks) Ability to interact with team members, customers, and visitors in a professional manner. Comfortable working as a part of a team or independently. Curiosity, willingness to learn, serious interest in future career in agriculture. Willing to follow directions & ask questions to clarify that instructions are understood Ambitious/self-starter Ability to complete tasks and work days without being distracted by (cell phone, texting, etc.) Willing to work flexible schedule as needed including some weekends and holidays (weekends and holidays typically are reduced hours) Comfortable driving (or learning to drive) ATVs and UTVs No illegal drugs Must have own your own vehicle for transportation. Not required, but a plus: Basic mechanical and/or construction skills, Comfortable driving (or learning to drive) tractors and other equipment.

Meals: Occasional Meals are provided with farm meetings and events. Food grown on farm, eggs and certain cuts of beef are provided.

Stipend: $1,500/month + Housing and Utilities and food on the farm are included.

Housing: Individual bedroom (not shared), with full kitchen and bathroom, Heating and air conditioning, Hi Speed Fiber Wi-Fi. All utilities included.

Preferred method of Contact: Email