Summer Internship, Post-Harvest Research and Development
About The Position
Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated and responsible intern for a full-time 8-week summer internship. In this position, you will gain hands-on experience under the guidance of our talented professionals. This position will be based on site (not remote) at Wonderful Citrus located in Delano, CA. This schedule for this internship is 40 hours per week Monday-Friday. Days of the week and work hours may change due to business needs. Here's what you'll do: Be an active member of the Postharvest team, supporting day-to-day initiatives Develop trial protocols and assist with conducting trials related to postharvest treatments and quality management Support the investigation of recurring outages within treatment application systems Participate in Postharvest meetings and cross-functional discussions
Requirements
- High School Diploma/General Education Diploma and currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Plant, Ag, or Crop Science, Business or related
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Minimum of beginner proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Self-directed and able to work autonomously
- Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas
Responsibilities
- Be an active member of the Postharvest team, supporting day-to-day initiatives
- Develop trial protocols and assist with conducting trials related to postharvest treatments and quality management
- Support the investigation of recurring outages within treatment application systems
- Participate in Postharvest meetings and cross-functional discussions
Benefits
- On-site Café – Convenient dining with fresh meal options
- On-Site Gym – Stay active and healthy with access to our fully equipped fitness center
- Exclusive Product Discounts – Enjoy special savings on our products as part of our team!
- Growth & Career Advancement – Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Professional Mentorship – Learn from experienced professionals and grow your network.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
