Farm Manager Intern

About the Internship:

This internship provides high school students with practical experience in farm management, including overseeing crop production, livestock care, and farm operations. Interns will gain exposure to agricultural business practices, resource management, and leadership skills while supporting professional farm staff.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in planning and coordinating daily farm operations.
Support crop production tasks, including planting, irrigation, and harvesting.
Help monitor and care for livestock, ensuring health and welfare standards.
Assist with maintenance of farm equipment, buildings, and grounds.
Participate in farm record-keeping for crops, livestock, inventory, and resources.
Learn to follow safety protocols and sustainable farming practices.
Shadow farm management staff to understand decision-making and problem-solving processes.
Complete assignments, reflection journals, or internship workbook entries as required by the program

Learning Outcomes:

Understanding of farm management principles, including crop and livestock operations.
Exposure to agricultural business, resource planning, and operational logistics.
Insight into careers in farm management, agribusiness, or agricultural leadership.
Development of responsibility, organizational skills, and teamwork.

Qualifications:

Currently enrolled in high school (11th - 12th grade).
Interest in agriculture, animal care, or farm operations.
Responsible, organized, and able to follow instructions.
Comfortable working outdoors and performing physical tasks.
Willingness to learn and contribute to a team environment.

Notice on Internship Opportunities

Please note that internship opportunities will vary by host site and county.

Not all career areas or placements will be available in every location.
Host sites may have different requirements, schedules, and responsibilities.
Opportunities depend on local partnerships, availability, and community resources.

Students are encouraged to remain flexible and open to a variety of learning experiences. Each internship is designed to provide valuable workplace skills, career exploration, and professional growth—regardless of the specific placement.

THIS DESCRIPTION DOES NOT LIST ALL DUTIES. INTERN MAY BE ASKED TO PERFORM OTHER DUTIES BY THE STAFF OR SUPERVISOR. INTERN WILL BE EVALUATED ON PERFORMANCE OF THE PROJECTS LISTED AS WELL AS INTERACTION WITH EMPLOYEES AND CLIENTS. ON-SITE HOURS WILL BE NEGOTIATED WITH EACH CANDIDATE.

SAFETY EXPECTATIONS, INCLUDING HARASSMENT, SHOULD BE REVIEWED WITH THE HOST.

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