Farm Management Intern

Bee Sweet Citrus, Inc.; Nipomo (CA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health wellness program

Scholarship Opportunities

Job summary

Bee Sweet Citrus, Inc. is seeking a Farm Management Intern to assist in the management of fresh citrus production lines and farming operations. The role requires a minimum of 20 hours per week, with internships typically lasting three months and potential extension based on a 90-day evaluation.

The candidate should be enrolled in Agriculture Business or a related degree, and be prepared for hands-on work, team collaboration, and exposure to agronomy basics, equipment, and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Clean driving record required.
• Must follow Fleet Safety Program and Policies.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Understanding of quality standards and health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team.
• Able to write clearly so others understand.
• Able to recognize issues early and act accordingly.

Responsibilities

• Understand plant agronomy.
• Communicate with team members.
• Know soil, water, fertilizers, and tree health basics.
• Be organized and able to work with farm equipment.
• Be hands-on and team-oriented.
• Use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook proficiently.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Clean driving record

Fleet Safety Program adherence

Basic computer skills

Teamwork ability

Written communication

Problem detection

Education

Enrolled in accredited university/college

Agriculture Business major or related degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Company Overview

Bee Sweet Citrus, Inc. is a grower, packer, and shipper of citrus and is a leader in today’s agriculture industry. Bee Sweet Citrus Inc. is a family owned and operated company, providing over 10 different varieties to its consumers. Located in the heart of California’s Central Valley, Bee Sweet Citrus, Inc. is focused on innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction.

Position Title

Farm Management Intern

Job Overview

Bee Sweet Citrus is seeking an optimistic, committed, and motivated student who is currently studying Agriculture Business (or related degrees), to engage in the management of its fresh citrus production lines or farming operations. This internship will require a minimum of 20 hours a week, in order to obtain the wide-ranging experience needed to succeed in this internship. Internships typically last three months, however, this internship may be extended based on your 90-day evaluation.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Understanding of plant agronomy
• Know how to communicate with team members
• Knowledge of different types of soils, water, fertilizers and tree health
• Must be organized
• Must understand farm equipment
• Must be hands on
• Be able to work effectively within a team
• Must have computer skills and know how to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Required Skills/Abilities

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred
• Must have a clean driving record
• Must be able to follow our Fleet Safety Program and Policies
• Knowledge of basic computer skills
• Understanding of quality standards and health and safety regulations
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently independently and in a team setting
• The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand
• The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to think rationally and apply logic during high-stress situations
• Exercise a variety of tasks, sometimes simultaneously
• Use arms to reach and hands to grasp and manipulate large and small objects.
• Stand for long periods at a time
• Work with, and/or in close proximity to, equipment with moving mechanical parts.
• Work outdoors in diverse weather conditions
• Lift, push and/or pull objects whose weight may exceed fifty pounds.

Experience

• Enrolled in an accredited university or college
• AG Business majors or related degree

Pay Offered/Benefits

• $17.90 per hour
• Health wellness program that covers regular doctor visits, eye exams, etc. with only a minor copay
• Scholarship Opportunities