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Pennsylvania State University Student Farm Intern: 2025 Cohort in University Park, Pennsylvania
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
2 02 5 Student Farm Internship - Cohort Program in University Park, PA
The Dr. Keiko Miwa Ross Student Farm at Penn State , University Park, is offering paid opportunities for current Penn State students interested in working with the Student Farm for the 202 5 growing s eason! S tudent farmers participating in the internship cohort program lead and participate in diversified vegetable, greenhouse, herb and cut flower production, harvest, marketing, community outreach , volunteer management, event planning, and more. Previous experience in relevant fields is welcome, but not required . We do ask students to be motivated to learn and contribute to a positive work environment.
Responsibilities
Student Farm Interns are the ambassadors to the farm and lead many operations related to the farm. E ssential role s include ensuring that safety, produce quality, and a fun work environment are maintained among co-workers, volunteers, Student Farm Club members, and courses that may visit and work on the farm. Farm activities that Student Farm Interns lead and participate in may include:
Attend weekly farm planning meetings
Sow seeds in greenhouse and fi eld, transplant plants in field
Manage production and recordkeeping including irrigation, fertilizati on, pest and weed management
Harvest, wash, and pack produce for distribution to campus dining and our CSA direct-to-consumer sales
Work with community partners including food pantries, community gardens, and area schools
Plan, h ost, and lead volunteer days, events, and other tours at the f arm
Drive a university vehicle
Internship Details
Pay is $11 .50 /hour - starting during the summer term
Spring Term (required): completion of a 2-credi t training course during spring 202 5 semester . Class is held Monday’s from 3:30-6:30pm
Summer Term (optional, but encouraged): May 12 - August 2 0 , 3 5 - 4 0 hours /week
Fall Term (required): August 2 5 - mid November, 12-15 hours/week , internship reflection and presentation; good possibility to continue work in winter and s pring 202 6 , and beyond
Work is primarily outdoors, with computer-based work including record keeping, event planning and blog writing
Qualifications
S trong inter personal and written communication skills
Able to prioritize and learn new tasks quickly, meet deadlines, and enjoy a fast-paced work environment
Must be self-motivated and be able to work independently, while also having the willingness to seek guidance as needed from farm staff and other student farmers
Able to work outdoors in varied weather conditions including hot, cold, wind, rain, and snow
Able to lift 50 pounds
Own transportation between the farm and campus is required (bus and Spin bikes available!)
This job requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid US driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
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