Farm Management Intern

Position TitleFarm Management InternCompany OverviewBee Sweet Citrus, Inc. is a grower, packer, and shipper of citrus and is a leader in today's agriculture industry. Bee Sweet Citrus Inc. is a family owned and operated company, providing over 10 different varieties to its consumers. Located in the heart of California's Central Valley, Bee Sweet Citrus, Inc. is focused on innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction.Job OverviewBee Sweet Citrus is seeking an optimistic, committed, and motivated student who is currently studying Agriculture Business (or related degrees), to engage in the management of its fresh citrus production lines or farming operations. This internship will require a minimum of 20 hours a week, in order to obtain the wide-ranging experience needed to succeed in this internship. Internships typically last three months, however, this internship may be extended based on your 90-day evaluation.Duties/ResponsibilitiesUnderstanding of plant agronomyKnow how to communicate with team membersKnowledge of different types of soils, water, fertilizers and tree healthMust be organizedMust understand farm equipmentMust be hands onBe able to work effectively within a teamMust have computer skills and know how to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and OutlookRequired Skills/AbilitiesBilingual (English/Spanish) is preferredMust have a clean driving recordMust be able to follow our Fleet Safety Program and PoliciesKnowledge of basic computer skillsUnderstanding of quality standards and health and safety regulationsAbility to work effectively and efficiently independently and in a team settingThe ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understandThe ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrongPhysical RequirementsMust be able to think rationally and apply logic during high-stress situationsExercise a variety of tasks, sometimes simultaneouslyUse arms to reach and hands to grasp and manipulate large and small objects.Stand for long periods at a timeWork with, and/or in close proximity to, equipment with moving mechanical parts.Work outdoors in diverse weather conditionsLift, push and/or pull objects whose weight may exceed fifty pounds.ExperienceEnrolled in an accredited university or collegeAG Business majors or related degreePay Offered/Benefits$17.90 per hourHealth wellness program that covers regular doctor visits, eye exams, etc. with only a minor copayScholarship OpportunitiesPowered by JazzHR