Paid Student Farm Internship: Grow, Lead & Engage

The Pennsylvania State University; Ferguson Township (PA); Sur place; USD 18 000 - 21 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

The Dr. Keiko Miwa Ross Student Farm at Penn State University Park is offering paid opportunities for current Penn State students to join the Student Farm team for the 2027 growing season.

Interns will lead and participate in diversified vegetable, greenhouse, herb, and cut flower production, as well as harvesting, marketing, community outreach, volunteer coordination, event planning, and other farm-related activities.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities, learn new tasks quickly, meet deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while seeking guidance and collaborating with farm staff and fellow student farmers when appropriate.
• Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, rain, and snow.
• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Reliable transportation between campus and the farm is required. Public transportation and Spin bikes are available as commuting options.

Responsabilités

• Attend weekly farm planning and coordination meetings.
• Sow seeds in the greenhouse and field and transplant crops throughout the growing season.
• Manage crop production activities and maintain records related to irrigation, fertilization, pest management, and weed control.
• Harvest, wash, and pack produce for distribution to Penn State Dining and Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) customers.
• Plan, coordinate, and lead volunteer workdays, educational tours, community events, and outreach activities.
• Operate and drive University vehicles in accordance with University policies and training requirements.

Connaissances

Strong interpersonal communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Prioritization

Learning quickly

Meeting deadlines

Team collaboration

Outdoor work

Lifting up to 50 pounds

Reliable transportation

Description du poste

The Dr. Keiko Miwa Ross Student Farm at Penn State University Park is offering paid opportunities for current Penn State students to join the Student Farm team for the 2027 growing season.

Interns will lead and participate in diversified vegetable, greenhouse, herb, and cut flower production, as well as harvesting, marketing, community outreach, volunteer coordination, event planning, and other farm-related activities.