Farm Operations Intern

Tanimura & Antle • Salinas, CA

57d • Onsite

About The Position

The Role: This internship provides an opportunity to support the Farm Department in delivering high-quality agricultural production through a blend of administrative and hands-on field responsibilities. Interns will gain exposure to GPS technologies, irrigation practices, equipment inventory management, mapping, planting validation, and a variety of special projects across the region. Location(s): Salinas, CA

Requirements

• High school diploma and current college enrollment as a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to interpret and follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions.
• Working knowledge of basic computer systems; MS Excel experience preferred.
• Must have valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Develop a working understanding of irrigation systems, tractor operations, and farm field methods.
• Maintain and update equipment inventory; verify tags and asset numbers.
• Conduct Time & Motion studies for irrigation and tractor-related activities.
• Perform GPS field work, including leveling, and mapping.
• Assist with GPS land-leveling projects.
• Create and update ranch maps as needed.
• Support Farm Managers in the day-to-day activities as needed.
• Operate tractors and irrigation equipment when required.
• Special projects as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees