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SEEAG Internship Positions

Eligibility Requirements:
This internship is supported through Work-Based Learning grant funding, which is intended to expand access to career opportunities for students facing socioeconomic barriers.

Applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria:

Qualify for free or reduced-price lunch
Be experiencing homelessness or have foster youth status
Be a recipient of a Pell Grant or Promise Grant

This internship is designed to build meaningful exposure to nonprofit operations, agriculture literacy, food systems, youth education, and community engagement. Interns complete a primary project or project(s), participate in weekly check-ins, and observe and support SEEAG programs (Farm-to-Food Lab, STEM Career Pathways in Agriculture, Youth Wellness Initiative, or Farm Day Every Day).

FALL INTERNSHIPS

Please review each position overview, dates, & working location before applying.

LA COLINA GARDEN INTERNSHIP

Santa Barbara County

  • 15-weeks | 200 hours| $4,000 Stipend

    The La Colina Garden Intern will support SEEAG’s efforts to develop and maintain the La Colina Junior High School Farm Hub as a hands-on center for agricultural and STEM education. This internship provides practical experience in sustainable agriculture, garden management, environmental education, nonprofit programming, and community engagement.

    The intern will be primarily based outdoors at La Colina Junior High School, working in the garden and learning landscape. They will assist with vegetable production, composting and food waste diversion, irrigation, garden maintenance, and care of specialized learning areas. The intern will also help prepare the outdoor learning areas for student visits and support SEEAG educators with experiential lessons focused on food systems, soil health, water, plants, sustainability, and agricultural careers.

    As part of SEEAG’s STEM Career Pathways in Agriculture framework, the internship offers experience in both the practical and educational sides of agriculture. The intern will work alongside SEEAG staff, school personnel, groundskeepers, and community partners to help maintain a productive, welcoming, and engaging environment. The intern will be expected to work independently on assigned projects while communicating regularly with SEEAG staff about garden needs, student programming, and site maintenance. The intern should expect to work 3–4 days per week onsite at La Colina, for approximately 12-16 hours per week, completing 200 hours over the course of 15 weeks.

  • Research, Planning & Project Development

    • Research plants, materials, tools, equipment, suppliers, partners, and educational resources needed to develop and maintain the La Colina Farm Hub.

    • Assist with project planning, materials lists, timelines, operational procedures, documentation, and ideas for educational features, student activities, research projects, and future improvements.

    Garden & Site Maintenance

    • Support year-round management of vegetable, herb, fruit, pollinator, succulent, and other garden areas, including planting, watering, weeding, pruning, harvesting, soil health, crop rotation, and seasonal planning.

    • Monitor and maintain garden health, compost and worm systems, and surrounding spaces, identifying and communicating pest, disease, irrigation, or other maintenance needs.

    Garden Infrastructure & Equipment

    • Assist with the construction, installation, maintenance, and organization of garden beds, research plots, pathways, signage, storage areas, tools, equipment, and other site infrastructure.

    • Support routine irrigation, repairs, upkeep, and improvement projects while ensuring tools, supplies, and equipment remain clean, organized, and properly stored.

    Student Education & Program Support

    • Help prepare garden and learning spaces for student groups and support SEEAG educators with hands-on lessons and activities related to agriculture, STEM, soil, water, composting, plants, and sustainability.

    • Assist with educational setup and cleanup and, when appropriate, demonstrate or lead basic garden activities under the guidance of SEEAG education staff.

    Professional & Program Development

    • Maintain regular communication with SEEAG staff regarding progress, priorities, challenges, and site needs, while documenting garden projects, activities, and progress as requested.

    • Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development while gaining experience in agricultural education, nonprofit operations, community partnerships, and STEM career pathways.

    • Minimum age 18; is currently working towards a high school, GED, or collegiate certificate or degree.

    • This internship is supported through Work-Based Learning grant funding, which is intended to expand access to career opportunities for students facing economic barriers. Applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria:

      • Qualify for free or reduced-price lunch

      • Previously or currently experiencing homelessness or have foster youth status

      • Be a recipient of a Pell Grant or Promise Grant

    • Demonstrated interest in agriculture, environmental education, communications, or nonprofit work.

    • Reliable transportation required for on-site activities across Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties.

    • Prior volunteer or community engagement experience preferred but not required.

08/28/2026 - 12/18/2026

APPLY HERE
FULL DESCRIPTION

VC AGRICULTURE EDUCATOR INTERNSHIP

Ventura County

  • 12 Weeks | 200 hours | $4,000 Stipend

    The Ventura County Agriculture Education Intern supports SEEAG’s flagship education programs, Farm-to-Food Lab and STEM Careers Pathways in Agriculture, by helping deliver hands-on, farm-based learning experiences for students across Ventura County. The intern will primarily educate and secondarily assist with lesson preparation, field trip support, farm and education site maintenance, classroom and outdoor activities, and other program-related responsibilities that help students understand where their food comes from and explore careers in agriculture and STEM.

    This internship is part of SEEAG’s experiential, STEM-based learning framework and provides meaningful exposure to agricultural education, nonprofit operations, program coordination, and community engagement. The intern is expected to complete 200 hours during the internship period.

    The Ventura County Agriculture Education Intern should expect to work at various SEEAG locations throughout Ventura County, including the main office in Ventura, Petty Ranch, local schools, partner farms, and other education sites. SEEAG is a small nonprofit organization, the intern may also assist with administrative, event, and other organizational tasks as needed.

  • Program Support & Education

    • Deliver hands-on educational programs for students in third grade, middle school, and high school.

    • Support classroom lessons, farm-based learning experiences, STEM activities, and agricultural education programs.

    • Assist with lesson setup, student engagement, activity facilitation, and program logistics.

    • Educate students about agriculture, the food supply chain, environmental stewardship, and the future of food and resource management.

    • Support experiential workshops that highlight current agricultural practices, technologies, and innovations.

    • Introduce students to agricultural and STEM-related career opportunities.

    • Help students identify resources related to college programs, internships, volunteer opportunities, and career pathways.

    • Assist with on-site program setup and teardown.

    Farm & Education Site Maintenance

    • Assist with routine farm maintenance at Petty Ranch or Southbank Learning Farm.

    • Assist with preparation and maintenance of learning stations and outdoor education spaces.

    • Support volunteers during Petty Ranch Volunteer Days.

    Program Operations & Coordination

    • Assist with curriculum development and refinement for Farm-to-Food Lab and STEM Careers Pathways in Agriculture programs.

    • Organize and maintain classroom supplies, STEM materials, learning stations, produce, and program resources.

    • Assist with van and site preparation, including station setup, material organization, and program supplies.

    • Assist with tracking student participation and other program metrics for grant reporting.

    Social Media & Content Creation

    • Capture photo and video content during programs and events.

    • Upload and organize approved content in SEEAG’s cloud storage system.

    • Minimum age 18; is currently working towards a high school, GED, or collegiate certificate or degree.

    • This internship is supported through Work-Based Learning grant funding, which is intended to expand access to career opportunities for students facing economic barriers. Applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria:

      • Qualify for free or reduced-price lunch

      • Previously or currently experiencing homelessness or have foster youth status

      • Be a recipient of a Pell Grant or Promise Grant

    • Demonstrated interest in agriculture, environmental education, communications, or nonprofit work.

    • Reliable transportation required for on-site activities across Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties.

    • Prior volunteer or community engagement experience preferred but not required.

09/21/2026 - 12/18/2026

APPLY HERE
FULL DESCRIPTION

SOUTHBANK LEARNING FARM INTERNSHIP

Ventura County

  • 12 Weeks | 200 hours | $4,000 Stipend

    Situated on just over three acres of County-owned land behind the Juvenile Facilities in Oxnard, the Southbank Learning Farm brings together SEEAG’s experiential learning curricula, workforce development opportunities and industry partnerships, and the cultivation of fresh, locally grown food to create lasting benefits for justice-involved youth and the broader community.

    The Southbank Learning Farm Intern will primarily work outdoors, helping bring the site to operational readiness through weeding, planting, irrigation, harvesting, site maintenance, bed preparation, and general farm care. Through this internship, the intern will contribute to the development of the Southbank Learning Farm while gaining practical experience in agriculture, sustainable farming practices, workforce development, community engagement, and nonprofit programming.

    The internship requires 200 hours over 12 weeks, with the majority of work taking place outdoors at the Southbank Learning Farm.

  • Primary Responsibilities

    1. Assist with daily farm maintenance at Southbank Learning Farm, including weeding, trimming, planting, harvesting, bed preparation, irrigation maintenance and repair, pest management, pruning, and general site upkeep.

    2. Support daily farm operations, including crop planning, planting schedules, irrigation, harvesting, poultry care, and maintaining clean, organized, and safe farm spaces.

    3. Assist with coordinating and harvesting produce for SEEAG’s educational programs, internal use, and external community distribution.

    4. Document farm activities and outputs, including planting, harvesting, maintenance tasks, produce distribution, and other relevant farm operations.

    5. Support the planning and implementation of farm infrastructure at SEEAG’s farm sites.

    Secondary Responsibilities

    1. Assist with supporting volunteers for regular farm maintenance, harvest days, and special events.

    2. Maintain accurate farm records, including planting and harvest logs, food distribution records, volunteer hours, inventory, and maintenance activities.

    3. Support SEEAG’s composting initiatives as part of SEEAG’s sustainability efforts.

    4. Assist with purchasing and inventory management by logging supplies and equipment, maintaining organized inventory, and notifying management when supplies are running low.

    5. Represent SEEAG at community meetings, events, and outreach activities related to local food systems, agriculture, composting, sustainability, and education, as appropriate.

    6. Work with SEEAG leadership and farm staff to ensure farm operations align with SEEAG’s mission, goals, and safety standards.

    7. Support program evaluation and reporting by documenting farm outputs, including produce harvested, food distributed, volunteer participation, farm usage, and other relevant data for reporting, grant applications, and marketing purposes.

    8. Help ensure farm safety practices are consistently followed, food handling, tools and equipment, farm activities, and volunteer participation.

    • Minimum age 18; is currently working towards a high school, GED, or collegiate certificate or degree.

    • This internship is supported through Work-Based Learning grant funding, which is intended to expand access to career opportunities for students facing economic barriers. Applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria:

      • Qualify for free or reduced-price lunch

      • Previously or currently experiencing homelessness or have foster youth status

      • Be a recipient of a Pell Grant or Promise Grant

    • Demonstrated interest in agriculture, environmental education, communications, or nonprofit work.

    • Reliable transportation required for on-site activities across Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties.

    • Prior volunteer or community engagement experience preferred but not required.

09/21/2026 - 12/18/2026

APPLY HERE
FULL DESCRIPTION

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  • The California Department of Food and Agriculture Internship Program

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  • The Wonderful Company

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  • Zava Ranch

    Zava Ranch is a vegan, organic, chemical free orchard located in Ventura County. The Zava Ranch Horticulture Internship focuses on organic orchard research & applied learning and is provided in the Spring, Summer, and Fall 2026. The internship is designed for a horticulture, agriculture, environmental science, or plant-science student seeking a rigorous, field-based learning experience rooted in real orchard systems. Interns should be prepared for physical activity, sun exposure, and seasonal variability in workload. Zava ranch provides on-site housing and daily meals for interns as a well as a modest stipend to support personal expenses. Interns must have their own reliable transportation to and from the property. Click here for more information!