The Dr. Keiko Miwa Ross Student Farm at Penn State
University Park, PA, US
Base: $12.50ph; bonus/equity: not specified; benef...
On-site
Sow seeds and transplant plants
Manage production and recordkeeping
Harvest, wash, and pack produce
The Dr. Keiko Miwa Ross Student Farm at Penn State is seeking interns for its 2026 cohort, offering a paid opportunity for current students to engage in various farm operations, including vegetable production, marketing, and community outreach. The position emphasizes teamwork, a positive work environment, and a willingness to learn, catering particularly to students motivated by agricultural interests
Job Summary
Student 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.
Essential roles 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.
This paid opportunity includes a required 2-credit training course in Spring 2026, with optional but encouraged summer term work and required fall term reflection and presentation.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 85
The Dr. Keiko Miwa Ross Student Farm at Penn State is seeking interns for its 2026 cohort, offering a paid opportunity for current students to engage in various farm operations, including vegetable production, marketing, and community outreach. The position emphasizes teamwork, a positive work environment, and a willingness to learn, catering particularly to students motivated by agricultural interests.
Salary
Base: $12.50/hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified