Intern, Production

Internship Summary:

The Production Internship role performs a wide range of activities in a real-time business environment. The Intern is assigned mentors who provide active learning experiences and achievement objectives. Work is performed outside of classroom schedules unless the internship has been approved to occur during school hours. 

Berry Growing Practices  

• Understand the berry industry by supporting on infield trials for berry growing practices through sharing of best practices through findings from analysis from top performers and lower performers to close our performance gap. 
• All commodities cull analysis by overseeing process of collection and evaluation of all the different commodities that are not suitable for packaging. 
• Collecting data on harvester efficiencies such as picking speeds. 
• Analysis on pest counting and scouting.
• Review data collected, present findings and recommend improvements to production team. 

Field Data Collection Operations

• Learn, support and apply knowledge using field data collection systems from back office to recommend improvements to Production. 
• Troubleshoot as needed, for systems used. 
• Data collection and analysis of miscellaneous production trials across all commodities. 

• Other objectives as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Abilities:

• Communicate verbally and in writing in English and Spanish, preferred
• Work in a team-oriented environment
• Problem solve and recommend solutions
• Plan and prioritize
• Learn and apply new skills
• Proficiently use Microsoft Office suite
• Can work independently and manage their own time
• Detail oriented, curious, analytical
• Be flexible and have the ability to work in various conditions (both indoors and outdoors)
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs

Education Level:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college/university, pursuing a degree in any of the following:
  • Agricultural, Course studies in agriculture, horticulture, pest science, or agriculture business

Years of Experience:

• No working experience required

Travel Requirements:

• Yes