Summer Internship, Harvest

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Wonderful Citrus’s Summer Harvest Internship in Delano, CA offers on-site experience in field operations under mentors, with a 40 hour work week, Monday through Friday. Interns help with labor management, harvest planning, quality checks, and data collection to support harvest activities and future roles in agricultural operations. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, be enrolled in a related bachelor’s program, be a junior or senior with a 3.0 GPA, hold a valid California driver’s license, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. Strong communication, attention to detail, and a willingness to work outdoors are essential. Tailor your resume to crop production coursework and show teamwork, initiative, and interest in mentorship.

Company Description

Wonderful Citrus is America’s largest integrated grower, shipper and packer of fresh citrus, including clementine/mandarin, navel and Valencia oranges; lemons; limes; grapefruits; and other citrus varieties. Wonderful Citrus owns, cultivates and harvests more than 58,000 acres of fresh citrus and ships around the world each year to ensure a year-round supply. Our citrus can be found in all channels of distribution, with our consumer brands most visible in the produce department of grocery stores across America under the flagship consumer brands of Wonderful Halos mandarins and Wonderful Sweet Scarletts Texas Red grapefruit.

Job Description

Overview:

Wonderful Citrus Harvest Internship offers hands-on, real-world experience designed to prepare students for full-time employment after college. Interns will gain practical exposure to field operations while working alongside experienced professionals who bring years of industry knowledge and expertise. Through mentorship, on-the-job learning, and active participation in harvest activities, interns will develop the skills, confidence, and understanding needed to build a successful career in agricultural operations. This internship is on-site and full-time (40 hours per week), with a standard schedule of Monday through Friday. Work hours and days may vary based on business needs.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Learn and understand all aspects of Field Operations including labor management, compliance, crop pacing, market designation, and harvest maturity standards.
• Support field supervisors with daily operations, including overseeing harvest crews, evaluating field conditions, and monitoring harvest quality.
• Assist the field operations team with collecting, entering, and analyzing field-related data, such as yield estimates and size and quality assessments.
• Participate in planning and coordinating harvest activities

Qualifications

Here's what you'll bring to the table:

• High School Diploma or GED, with current enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program in Crop Science, Fruit Science, Ag Business or related field.
• Demonstrated interest in crop production and farming operations.
• Junior or Senior academic standing with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Completion of core concentration coursework in a related field of study.
• Valid California Driver’s License.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Energetic, motivated, and eager to take on new challenges.

Additional Information

Wonderful's dedication to you:

• On-site Café – Convenient dining with fresh meal options 
• On-Site Gym – Stay active and healthy with access to our fully equipped fitness center
• Exclusive Product Discounts – Enjoy special savings on our products as part of our team!   
• Growth & Career Advancement – Opportunities for professional development and career progression. 
• Professional Mentorship – Learn from experienced professionals and grow your network. 

Why Choose Wonderful?

Wonderful Citrus is part of The Wonderful Company, a privately held $6 billion global company dedicated to harvesting health and happiness around the world. Its iconic brands include FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, Wonderful Seedless Lemons, Teleflora, and JUSTIN and Lewis Cellars wines. The Wonderful Company’s connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back in its DNA. 

To learn more about The Wonderful Company, its products, and its core values, please visit wonderful.com, or follow The Wonderful Company on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. To learn more about the company’s corporate social responsibility impact, visit csr.wonderful.com. 

Wonderful Citrus and The Wonderful Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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