Organic Career Network for Students
Connecting organic organizations & students for an organic future
At the Organic Career Network, we believe organic agriculture is more than a career—it’s a movement toward a sustainable future. Our mission is to connect passionate individuals to meaningful opportunities in the organic sector through paid internships, career resources, and community support.
Whether you’re just beginning to explore careers in organic agriculture or looking to take the next step in your journey, OCN is here to guide you. From on-the-ground farming to policy, research, and education, organic agriculture offers a wide range of pathways to make a lasting impact.
What we offer:
- Paid Internships: Hands-on experiences designed to equip you with the skills and connections needed to thrive in the organic industry.
- Career Resources: Explore diverse roles in organic agriculture, learn from industry leaders, and access tools to build your future.
- Community Support: Join a growing network of peers, mentors, and professionals who share your vision for a sustainable world.
Discover your path. Build your skills. Grow with us.
Start your journey today by exploring our opportunities, connecting with our network, and shaping the future of organic agriculture.🌱 Let’s cultivate a better tomorrow—together.
Spring 2025 Internship Applications
All internships are open to undergraduate, graduate students, as well as recent grads (within 1 year of graduation) unless otherwise noted. Must be a US resident.
Please review each internship description linked below for full details (including whether it is a remote or hybrid opportunity) and application instructions.
Across all internships, starting pay is $15 per hour for undergraduate interns and $18 for graduate interns, not to exceed a total of $2,250/undergraduate or $2,700/graduate per semester. Interns are not eligible for benefits.
Please note that each internship has a unique application link!
Questions? Please don’t hesitate to reach out to Ryann Monteiro at ryann@organicfarmersassociation.org
Quality Services Certification Services- Client Care
The Intern will work alongside our Service and Support team to help educate potential clients about the application process for organic certification and the other certification services that QCS provides. They will learn to provide technical and administrative assistance to prospective QCS clients to ensure a positive experience throughout the entire organic certification process. They will keep clients informed of standards updates, changes to certification programs, and opportunities for public comment and will assist in growing QCS client base through sales leads.
Florida Organic Growers Organic Agricultural Data Intern
This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in nonprofit operations and agricultural education while contributing to impactful projects. As an intern, you will work on initiatives that directly benefit farmers, consumers, and members of the SE TOPP community. You will also have the chance to create informative resources and communication materials that provide farmers and the public with relevant insights into the benefits of organic foods and farming practices.
Illinois Food Justice Alliance Research Internship
APPLICATION NOW CLOSED
Think Regeneration- Program Support Intern
APPLICATION NOW CLOSED.
MOSA Podcast Communications Intern
APPLICATION NOW CLOSED
Illinois Food Justice Alliance Special Projects Internship
APPLICATION NOW CLOSED
Organic Farming Research Foundation - Graduate Research & Education
APPLICATION NOW CLOSED
Organic Farming Research Foundation Policy & Communications Intern
APPLICATION NOW CLOSED
Organic Farmers Assocation- Community Partnerships & Communications Intern
APPLICATION NOW CLOSED
Organic Farmers Association- Policy Intern
APPLICATION NOW CLOSED
