2027 Rotational Internship
About The Position
Golden State Farm Credit’s 2027 Summer Internship Program is a paid, eight-week opportunity introducing interns to agricultural business and finance through practical experience in agricultural lending, appraisal, and marketing. The program runs from mid-June to early August, with interns rotating between the Chico and Kingsburg, California offices during the first two weeks. Compensation is $20 per hour, plus travel reimbursement. Interns will work with loan applications, tax and credit analysis, and the organization’s credit philosophies; gain field experience with agricultural real estate and chattel appraisal during on-site inspections; collaborate with marketing on customer outreach and engagement; explore prospecting tools and strategies; and learn about loan documentation from origination through closing. The program also provides exposure to the crops, communities, and landscapes of Northern California and the San Joaquin Valley. The position is primarily sedentary office work, with occasional walking and standing. The role may involve interacting with staff and public or private representatives, including people who are upset. Duties may extend beyond those described as needed.
Requirements
- Be a junior or senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Have completed at least two years of relevant coursework by June 2026.
- Have strong attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Be willing to travel between Golden State Farm Credit offices during the internship.
- Be available for the full eight-week program.
Responsibilities
- Work with loan applications, tax and credit analysis, and Golden State Farm Credit’s credit philosophies.
- Gain field experience with agricultural real estate and chattel appraisal techniques during on-site inspections.
- Collaborate with the marketing team to learn about customer outreach and engagement.
- Explore tools and strategies for prospecting new clients in agricultural finance.
- Gain hands-on exposure to loan documentation from origination to closing.
- Explore the crops, communities, and landscapes of Northern California and the San Joaquin Valley.
- Travel between Golden State Farm Credit offices during the internship.
Benefits
- Paid internship at $20 per hour.
- Travel reimbursement.
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Career Level
Intern
