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Internship Program For Students

Build Experience. Grow the Organic Movement.

The Organic Career Network (OCN) Internship Program connects aspiring professionals with hands-on learning experiences in organic agriculture. Our paid internships offer opportunities to build practical skills, receive mentorship, and gain exposure to diverse careers in the organic sector—from farming and research to certification, policy, advocacy and much more.

Program Overview

  • Duration: 10–12 weeks
  • Format: Remote, in-person, or hybrid (varies by host)
  • Compensation: All internships are paid a minimum of $15/hr
  • Eligibility: 18-25 years old
  • Location: Interns must reside in the United States
  • Cohort Participation: All interns attend four mandatory virtual sessions

Internship Cycles

OCN hosts three internship cohorts each year. All interns begin the program at the same time, with end dates set by their host organization.

  • Fall Cohort: Late September – December
  • Spring Cohort: March – May
  • Summer Cohort: June-August
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For Students

Summer 2026

Summer internship opportunities will run approximately mid-June-late August

PNW Organic Week Intern

  • Remote/Hybrid- Washington
  • Tilth Alliance
This position will support the Pacific Northwest (PNW) Organic Week campaign that Tilth Alliance is hosting in partnership with the Oregon Organic Coalition with funding provided by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Organic Market Development Grant (OMDG).
Description Apply
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For Students

Fall 2026

These internships will run September-November.

Agroecology Intern

  • In-person in Bellingham (Whatcom County), WA
  • Community to Community
This position supports the ongoing development of the Otro Mundo Agroecology Practice Center.
Description Apply

Fall 2026 Conference Operations & Logistics Intern

  • Remote
  • Alabama Sustainable Agriculture Network
This position will support the planning and execution of ASAN’s Food & Farm Forum.
Description Apply

Fall 2026 SE TOPP Data Visualization Intern

  • Remote, however candidates must reside in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, Oregon, Washington, or Wisconsin
  • Florida Organic Growers
This position will support the SE TOPP program through data analysis and visualization efforts.
Description Apply

Fall 2026 Science and Outreach Intern

  • Remote, however applicants must be located in the Northwest U.S. (Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Montana, Idaho, or Wyoming)
  • The Organic Center
This position will develop and curate evidence-based resources for non-profits and technical service providers’ use.
Description Apply

Research Assistant Intern, Organics to School Project

  • Remote/Hybrid in Oregon
  • Oregon Organic Coalition
This position supports a statewide initiative that will increase access to organic food in Oregon schools.
Description Apply

Fall 2026 Internship: Organic Seed Growers Conference

  • Remote
  • Organic Seed Alliance
This position will assist with coordinating and hosting the Organic Seed Growers Conference (OSGC), both in person and online.
Description Apply

Fall 2026 Internship: Research & Education

  • Remote
  • Organic Seed Alliance
This position will support development, promotion, and execution of the State of Organic Seed Project, which monitors organic seed systems in the U.S.
Description Apply

Fall 2026 – Organic Communications & Digital Content Intern

  • Remote though applicants must reside in one of the following states to be eligible for this OCN-funded internship: Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Montana, Idaho, or Wyoming.
  • Organic Trade Association
This position will support communications and outreach efforts that promote organic agriculture, workforce development opportunities, farmer education resources, and industry engagement initiatives.
Description Apply

Fall 2026 Taproots Farm Hub Organic Farm Incubator Intern

  • Hybrid (part remote, part in-person Treasure Valley, Idaho)
  • Taproots Farm Hub
This position supports establishing the first farm incubator in the Treasure Valley.
Description Apply
Who is eligible to apply?

OCN internships are open to undergraduate and graduate students, recent graduates, and early-career professionals exploring work in organic agriculture.

Are internships paid?

 Yes. All internships are paid opportunities. Each host organization sets compensation rates.

Can I apply to more than one internship?

Yes. Applicants may apply to multiple positions during the same cycle.

Do I have to attend the cohort sessions?

Yes. All interns are required to attend four virtual sessions, including a final presentation.