Chesapeake Farms Internship

Corteva Agriscience; Chestertown (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Corteva Agriscience offers a Chesapeake Farms Internship at Chesapeake Farms, MD, focusing on hands-on experience in agriculture, conservation, and farm operations. Interns will support projects that enhance operations, wildlife habitat, and visitor experiences while gaining real-world skills and career development opportunities.

Interns will work with seasoned professionals, contribute to farming activities, and learn from market intelligence tools and frameworks relevant to a global

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree or MBA/master’s in a related field.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with farming operations, field activities and seasonal projects.
• Support demonstration plots, research activities, educational events and field days.
• Participate in wildlife habitat management and conservation initiatives.
• Operate and maintain farm and grounds maintenance equipment under supervision.
• Support stewardship practices that enhance productivity and environmental conservation.
• Work on farm operations to support overall operations.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s or MBA/master’s degree in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Business, or related field

Job description

At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what’s next. No matter what your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – solving the world’s food problems through innovation, technology, and putting people first. We have an exciting opportunity for a Chesapeake Farms Internship at our Chesapeake Farms, MD location.
Chesapeake Farms has an exciting internship opportunity in Chestertown, MD, for students seeking hands‑on experience in agriculture, conservation, property management, and farm operations. Working alongside experienced professionals, interns will support projects that enhance farm operations, facilities, wildlife habitat, and visitor experiences while gaining valuable real‑world skills and career development opportunities.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with farming operations, field activities, and seasonal agricultural projects.
• Support demonstration plots, research activities, educational events, and field days.
• Participate in wildlife habitat management and conservation initiatives.
• Operate and maintain farm and grounds maintenance equipment under supervision.
• Support stewardship practices that enhance productivity, sustainability, and environmental conservation.
• Work on farm operations

What Skills You Need

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or MBA/master’s degree in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Business, or a related field.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

What You’ll Gain

• Exposure to strategic decision‑making in a global agriculture company.
• Experience with real‑world market intelligence tools and frameworks.
• Mentorship from industry professionals in crop protection.
• A deeper understanding of the challenges and innovations shaping modern agriculture.

The salary range for this position is $ to $.
This reflects a reasonable estimate of the targeted base salary for this role. Based on factors such as geographic location and candidate qualifications, actual base pay is determined when an employment offer is made.
Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.