Farm Management Intern (26-27 Season)

Bee Sweet Citrus•Fowler, CA

4d•$18 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

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