List of Internships

Shalom Farms

Last Updated: Nov 12 2019

Farm Address:
1010 W. Laburnum Av.e

Richmond, Virginia , 23227

Position Description:
Shalom Farms is excited to announce the creation of a new position to assist with our on-farm volunteer and education program. The position reports directly to our Volunteer and Education Manager and will assist with the coordination and management of all volunteers in order to assure the completion of farm work. This position will also lead educational field trips for students and visitors that come to the farm to learn about topics related to agriculture. When not doing work related to volunteer management or education, this person will assist in general farm work as assigned. This is a seasonal (March-November),...
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Internship Starts: March 1, 2020
Internship Ends: November 30, 2020

Against the Grain

Last Updated: Nov 12 2019

Farm Address:
619 Camp Joy Rd

Zionville, North Carolina , 28698

Position Description:
Farmers work closely with crew members to build a strong team and positive work environment. In general, apprenticeships involve learning by doing, and through the process of doing the work of the farm, crew members will have the opportunity to gain experience in greenhouse management, transplanting techniques, soil fertility, weed control, pest management, irrigation, composting, harvesting, marketing, equipment use/maintenance, record keeping, Biodynamic preparations and livestock management. We have "point positions" which allow crew members to focus their experience on one area of the farm, while still gaining plenty of exposure to other areas. Our point positions include greenhouse, livestock, packshed,...
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Internship Starts: march-april
Internship Ends: october-november

Mountain Bounty Farm

Last Updated: Nov 12 2019

Farm Address:
14579 Blind Shady Rd.

Nevada City, California , 95959

Position Description:
Interns are a core element of our 12-14 person farm crew and they participate in all farm activities from greenhouse work to harvest, delivery, and farmer's markets. Interns work closely with the farm managers to maintain our complex and dynamic vegetable farm. This includes driving tractors, seeding, transplanting, lots of weeding and other crop care, irrigation, harvest, washing and packing produce, driving deliveries, working farmers markets, and other farm chores. Interns work Monday through Friday, 8+ hours per day, and are also responsible for helping with one CSA delivery per week, two Saturday farmers markets per month, and occasional minor...
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Internship Starts: 3/30/2020
Internship Ends: 11/22/2020

Shalom Farms

Last Updated: Nov 11 2019

Farm Address:
1010 W. Laburnum Ave

Richmond, Virginia , 23227

Position Description:
Shalom Farms’ Northside Farm, started in 2018, is the largest urban farm in central Virginia. In 2019 the farm grew over 15,000 lbs of food with the help of over 500 volunteers. We expect these numbers to dramatically increase in 2020 and 2021 as the new farm continues to expand and develop. The Farm Manager will work closely with the Director of Farm Operations to ensure the farm continues developing in a way that meets the rigorous standards of our existing agricultural operations. However, the ideal candidate will have the experience and skill to quickly take ownership and leadership of...
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Internship Starts: Preferably between the end of December and early February
Internship Ends: no end

TNT Farm N Greenhouse

Last Updated: Nov 11 2019

Farm Address:
32367 Taos Ln.

Meadowview, Virginia , 24361

Position Description:
We're looking for a Farm Manager and Interns who love working smart and hard in the garden and greenhouse for the 2020 season. The Farm Manager will have at least 2 full seasons of experience working on farms. Management experience is a plus. Understanding of the overall operation of a small farm is essential. This is an opportunity for someone who is ready to take the lead on a fully operational minifarm established in it's production and markets. I'm taking a full time job growing plants for an innovative company in the area and I want TNT to continue serving...
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Internship Starts: March 2020
Internship Ends: September 2020

Harvest Thyme Farm & Vineyards

Last Updated: Nov 11 2019

Farm Address:
4848 Indian Trail Road

Cheboygan, Michigan , 49721

Position Description:
Farm Manager Trainee We are seeking a highly motivated individual interested in running a produce farm. Our goal is for this to be a multi-year growth position with the end result of this person managing most of the daily operations of the farm and be involved in the long-term planning of the farm. This will be a year-round position in which you can expect to work 40-50 hours per week during the peak summer season and 10-20 hours per week in the off-season (some weeks off mid-winter). The first season will involve working on the field production end of the...
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Internship Starts: 4/15/2020 to 5/15/2020
Internship Ends: At least 5/15/2021

Deck Family Farm

Last Updated: Nov 11 2019

Farm Address:
25362 High Pass Rd.

Junction City, Oregon , 97448

Position Description:
Deck Family Farm currently consists of the following enterprises: Raw milk dairy: Milking an average of 10-15 cows year round. The herd is a legal cooperative and owned by shareholders who pay for feed, care and milking of the herd. Butter, cheese, and yogurt along with fresh milk are produced for shareholders. Heritage pasture raised hazelnut finished pork. Sows farrow in the barn in the winter. Piglets are fed raw milk from the dairy during weaning and finished on hazelnuts. We produce our pigs birth to finish. 100% grass fed and finished Certified Organic Heritage Galloway beef. Our management intensive...
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Internship Starts: Rotating year round
Internship Ends: Rotating year round

Weavers Way Farms

Last Updated: Nov 11 2019

Farm Address:
559 Carpenter Lane

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania , 19119

Position Description:
Job Title: Field Assistant (two positions, one at Mort Brooks Farm/Awbury, one at Henry Got Crops/Saul) Purpose: To assist with all farm operations and the implementation of the seeding, planting and harvest plans for the respective farm. This position is ideal for someone who has one or two years of apprenticeship/internship experience and is looking to deepen and broaden their farming skills at a community centric, urban, production farm. Duties/Responsibilities: The field assistant is responsible for supporting the field manager in day to day farm operation and maintenance. Basic tasks include preparing beds, planting, watering, and harvesting, as well as...
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Internship Starts: April 6
Internship Ends: November 24

Unadilla Community Farm

Last Updated: Nov 11 2019

Farm Address:
PO Box 59

West Edmeston, New York , 13485

Position Description:
Interns volunteer for 5 hours/day, 5 days/week. In exchange for room and board, interns participate in organic farming (raising seedlings, transplanting, no-till bed prep, weeding, mulching, watering, harvesting), landscaping, natural building, food preservation (drying, canning, fermenting), seed saving, and firewood preparation. Projects for the 2020 season include: *Install rainwater catchment and a solar-powered pump for our drip irrigation system (pending grant funding) *On-farm research project to test nutrient levels of compost tea (pending grant funding) *Build 2 timber framed wood sheds *Install brick floor, windows, and doors on the barn *Build raised beds for dye plant garden *Expand our edible...
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Internship Starts: 5/3/2020
Internship Ends: 10/03/2020

Kipahulu Farm

Last Updated: Nov 11 2019

Farm Address:
HC1 Box 201

Hana, Hawaii , 96713

Position Description:
Permaculture is a design method for healthy systems based on principles of nature. The Permaculture Diploma process was created originally by permaculture’s founder, Bill Mollison, as a formalized means to document advanced learning competency. Our school utilizes farms in Kipahulu Valley to serve as “classroom laboratories” to augment our learning curriculum at the Central Farm. Currently we have two Satellite locations. We are expanding to a third location which will be the base for our new Kumu Aina Edible Landscape business we are launching to serve Kipahulu Valley. This will augment our current Kumu Aina market garden business. Students share...
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Internship Starts: 2/1/2020
Internship Ends: 2/1/2022

Sylvester Manor Educational Farm

Last Updated: Nov 11 2019

Farm Address:
80 North Ferry Road
Shelter Island, New York , 11964

Position Description:
We are now accepting applications for farm apprentices for the 2020 farm season. Apprentices will gain experience in all aspects of vegetable production and a laying hen operation. Other livestock opportunities may be arranged based on interest and experience level. Our farm operation currently consists of 3 acres of vegetables, 100+ laying hens and 5-10 pigs. The produce from our farm feeds 120 CSA families, stocks our farmstand and is wholesaled to local restaurants. Our eggs and pork are also sold at the farmstand alongside other locally-sourced products. Each year, we sign the NOFA Farmer's Pledge to produce healthy food...
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Internship Starts: April 1, 2020
Internship Ends: November 1, 2020

A Way of Life Farm

Last Updated: Nov 11 2019

Farm Address:
856 Brooks Rd.

Sunshine, North Carolina , 28018

Position Description:
"Visit our website's "work opportunities" page for even more information and an application for the apprenticeship position! http://awayoflifefarm.com/A_Way_of_Life_Farm/Work_Opportunities.html <br><br> Farming really is a way of life and it is truly meaningful work! Apprentices take part in various aspects of the farm from vegetable seed to harvest, livestock chores, marketing, and perennials, but will spend the vast majority of time (approx 90%) growing vegetables. A combination of organic and sustainable practices including no-till raised beds, cover cropping, Kinsey-Albrecht method, keyline plowing, Holistic Management, and permaculture design are used throughout our land. We start our own vegetable transplants from seed and propagate...
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Internship Starts: February-April
Internship Ends: November-December and beyond

Cerro Vista Farm

Last Updated: Nov 11 2019

Farm Address:
Box 224

Cerro, New Mexico , 87519

Position Description:
"A full-immersion program in vegetable and flower crop planning, production, and marketing"

Internship Starts: 4/20/20
Internship Ends: 10/17/20

Henry’s Farm

Last Updated: Nov 11 2019

Farm Address:
432 Grimm Road

Congerville, Illinois , 61729

Position Description:
Apprenticeships and farm hand positions available for the 2020 season! Apprentices and farm hands will take part in every aspect of small-scale, sustainable vegetable production, including raising transplants, planting, weeding, mulching, trellising, harvesting and marketing. Interns should leave the farm with a good grasp of the skills and knowledge needed to start their own farms. Farmhand positions may be available for those with prior farming experience.

Internship Starts: March 1 (negotiable)
Internship Ends: December 10 (negotiable)

Two Bear Farm

Last Updated: Nov 11 2019

Farm Address:
1978 K M Ranch Rd

Whitefish, Montana , 59937

Position Description:
We no longer offer apprenticeships or internships. Due to demand for our produce, we have shifted to hiring experienced farm workers for paid positions. If you are interested in being a field crew leader, part of the field crew, or managing our wash/pack house, please view our employment page on our website twobearfarm.com for a complete job listing.

Internship Starts: April 15th, 2020
Internship Ends: October 15th, 2020

Horton Road Organics

Last Updated: Nov 11 2019

Farm Address:
93851 Horton Road

Blachly, Oregon , 97412

Position Description:
Our apprentice program is predominantly hands on. Students spend much of their time planting, weeding, harvesting and preparing vegetables. They also dig and fertilize raised beds, go to farmers markets, do deliveries, keep records, choose projects to pursue, and write for the CSA newsletter. Throughout the season, students are expected to gain mastery over different tasks and develop an understanding of the working farm that comes with working closely with past graduates and being an important part of a seasonal crew. This arrangement provides lots of opportunity for ongoing learning that requires active participation on the apprentices part. Unlike conventional...
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Internship Starts: 04-12-2020
Internship Ends: 10-31-2020

Vida Verde Farm

Last Updated: Nov 11 2019

Farm Address:
1019 chavez road nw

Albuquerque, New Mexico , 87107

Position Description:
The goal of this apprenticeship is to teach you how to grow food on a small-scale and to train you to run a profitable farm business. All aspects of the business will be experienced including planting seeds in the ground and green house, cultivation and weed maintenance, irrigation, harvesting and post-harvest handling and marketing and selling. Our interns should be people who aspire to someday own and run their own farm. This internship can also lead to full time positions or partnerships with Vida Verde Farm. Please send us an email introducing yourself and why you are interested in joining...
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Internship Starts: Now
Internship Ends: On going

Spoon Full Farm

Last Updated: Nov 01 2019

Farm Address:
1250 Dudley Rd

Thorp, Washington , 98946

Position Description:
As an apprentice, you will immerse yourself in the physically and mentally demanding farm lifestyle. Ideal start date for the apprenticeship is April 15th, 2020 and runs to October 31st, 2020. Our ideal candidate will be available for the whole season’s duration. Apprentices work 5-day weeks, 10 hours per day. Days off may or may not be Saturday and Sunday, depending on the market season. Compensation includes housing (with kitchenette and bathroom), a weekly food stipend, and $500/month stipend. We host two community nights a week in the nearby Farmhouse for all apprentices and managers. We eat very well here...
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Internship Starts: April 15, 2020
Internship Ends: October 31, 2020

Cloud Mountain Farm Center

Last Updated: Nov 01 2019

Farm Address:
6906 Goodwin Road

Everson, Washington , 98247

Position Description:
The Cloud Mountain Farm Center Internship is designed for those interested in pursuing a career in agriculture, and includes both employment and education. Interns gain working experience in both fruit and vegetable production and learn first-hand what it takes to keep farmlands healthy and agricultural businesses thriving.

Internship Starts: March 2020
Internship Ends: October 2020

Nook and Cranny Farm

Last Updated: Nov 01 2019

Farm Address:
424 Harford Road

Brooktondale (ithaca area), New York , 14817

Position Description:
We are currently looking for one or two full time farmers for the 2020 season. as well as being employment, this is an educational position, with 2-3 hours a week of direct instruction in the field, greenhouse or at a market to learn all techniques needed to run the farm. the apprentice will be expected to be involved with all aspects of small-scale organic vegetable production: greenhouse work, bed preparation, field planting, cultivation, trellising, pest-management, harvesting, hoop house construction, irrigation system set-up, poultry and hog management, csa share distribution, market and retail sales, customer service, crew management and business planning....
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Internship Starts: 4/1/2020
Internship Ends: 12/15/2020

Red Dog Farm

Last Updated: Oct 30 2019

Farm Address:
406 Center Rd

Chimacum, Washington , 98325

Position Description:
Field Crew Full Time: 40- 45 hours per week Seasonal: April/May/June through Sep/Oct/Nov/Dec Schedule: Monday- Friday, some Saturdays, includes 2-day weekends We are looking for smart, tough and detail-oriented laborers to join our 2020 farm crew. There are several positions open, with a range of start and end dates. Ideal candidates will possess a strong interest in food and farming, enjoy working on a team, and be ready for a challenge. Applications are reviewed as they are received. Responsibilities • The primary responsibility is to harvest, wash and pack produce • Utilize and update paperwork to record tasks completed •...
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Internship Starts: 4/1/20
Internship Ends: 12/18/20

Red Dog Farm

Last Updated: Oct 30 2019

Farm Address:
406 Center Rd

Chimacum, Washington , 98325

Position Description:
Nanny & Field Crew Full Time: 40- 45 hours per week Seasonal: April/May/June through Oct/Nov/Dec Schedule: Monday- Friday This is a split position, with approximately 20 hours per week of childcare and 20 hours per week on field crew. Nanny work involves all aspects of caring for and entertaining a toddler (will be one year old in May). This may include preparing simple meals, driving to activities, as well as mostly hanging out around the farm and in the farmhouse. May also include some light cleaning and errands-running. For the field crew portion- we are looking for smart, tough and...
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Internship Starts: 4/1/20
Internship Ends: 12/18/20

Elysian Fields Farm

Last Updated: Oct 28 2019

Farm Address:
5925 Oakley Rd.

Cedar Grove, North Carolina , 27231

Position Description:
A successful farm entering it's 20th year producing high quality produce for a 200 member CSA and local Farmer's Market. Located in Cedar Grove, a rural town 30 minutes from Chapel Hill and Durham. We offer $10/hour with no housing or $1000/month with housing (for full time) on the farm in an 800 sq/foot (plus screen porch) renovated barn with food from the field.

Internship Starts: One person for 1/6/2020, two people for 3/2/2020
Internship Ends: 12/18/2020

Autumn Olive Farms

Last Updated: Oct 25 2019

Farm Address:
1100 rockfish rd

Waynesboro, Virginia , 22980

Position Description:
Hiring full time and/or part time employee(s) to be a part of the team at AOF. Starting base pay of $13+/hr for 90 days. At 90 days skills and roles will be established and pay will be negotiated based on that. In most circumstances in full time work you will be expected to work 40-50 hours a week. There is a wide variety of work to be done and a great opportunity to work on a small farm raising the finest artisan pigs in Virginia that are sold in Michelin Star Restaurants. We are a complete farm to fork model...
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Internship Starts: Currently Open
Internship Ends: Open Ended

Chewonki Foundation

Last Updated: Oct 24 2019

Farm Address:
485 Chewonki Neck Rd

Wiscasset, Maine , 04578

Position Description:
The Farm Apprentice is a year-long position that aids in all aspects of Chewonki’s small, diversified farm, including livestock, pasture, and diversified vegetable production and integrates Chewonki students and participants into all production systems. To apply for the position, please visit the Chewonki Employment Opportunities page at https://chewonki.org/about/employment-opportunities/. Position Title: Farm Apprentice Department/Program: Farm Employment Category: F-A Permanent/Temporary: Temporary Reports to: Farm Manager Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt Schedule (hours and weeks): Full-time January 13, 2020 – January 10, 2021 Benefits Eligible: LC3 health insurance ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities of the Farm Apprentice: The farm crew includes three tiers of positions: -Leadership positions (year-round):...
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Internship Starts: January 13, 2020
Internship Ends: January 10, 2021