Regenerative Farm Intern
Regenerative Farm Intern
Hidden Springs Family Ranch – Butte Valley, CA
Paid Internship | 10–20 hours/week | $20-22/hour
Application Review Begins Immediately
About Hidden Springs & FarmTeach
Hidden Springs Family Ranch is a 230-acre regenerative farm located 25 minutes from Chico, CA. We raise grass-fed & finished beef, free-range eggs, and seasonal produce using regenerative practices that build soil health, restore ecosystems, and strengthen community food systems.
In 2024, we launched FarmTeach, an educational initiative that helps high school and college students gain hands-on experience in regenerative agriculture while advancing food sovereignty in vulnerable communities.
About the Internship
We are seeking a motivated Regenerative Farm Production Intern to work alongside our Production Manager and take part in the daily operations of a diversified regenerative farm. Interns will support vegetable, fruit, and perennial production—and will also assist with animal husbandry tasks central to our whole-farm ecological model, including moving and feeding cattle, chickens, and sheep.
This internship is ideal for students interested in:
- Regenerative or sustainable agriculture
- Environmental science and land stewardship
- Food systems and food sovereignty
- Community education and youth development
No previous farm or livestock experience required—training provided.
What You’ll Do
Crop & Perennial Production
- Seed, transplant, irrigate, weed, and harvest crops
- Maintain fruit trees, berry patches, and perennial beds
- Support organic pest and weed management
- Assist with composting and soil-building practices
Animal Systems & Regenerative Grazing
- Help move and monitor cattle, sheep, and laying hens as part of rotational grazing systems
- Assist with daily feeding, watering, and basic livestock care
- Set up and break down fencing for managed grazing
- Observe how livestock cycles support soil health, fertility, and biodiversity
Farm Operations & Data
- Maintain tools, irrigation lines, and small equipment
- Help prepare produce for CSA or distribution
- Collect simple production or harvest data
Teamwork & Learning
- Participate in FarmTeach learning sessions when available
- Model safe and respectful work habits for youth participants
- Work collaboratively with the Production Manager and farm team
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on experience in regenerative farming and integrated crop–livestock systems
- Skills in soil health, composting, and organic production
- Training in animal movement, care, and rotational grazing
- Mentorship from experienced regenerative agriculture practitioners
- Opportunities to connect with Chico State’s Center for Regenerative Agriculture and local farm networks
- Fresh, seasonal farm products when available
Qualifications
Required
- Interest in sustainable/regenerative agriculture and willingness to work with livestock
- Ability to perform physical labor and work outdoors in all weather
- Reliable transportation to the farm
- Respectful communication and ability to work with a team
- Authorized to work in the U.S.
Preferred (Not Required)
- Experience with gardening, farming, livestock, or outdoor programs
- Familiarity with Google Drive/Docs/Sheets
- Experience working with youth or vulnerable communities
Schedule & Compensation
- 10–20 hours/week, Monday–Friday between 7:00 AM–5:30 PM
- Occasional Saturdays based on seasonal needs
- $20-22 per hour, depending on experience
- Flexible start and end dates for summer or academic-year internships
Location
Hidden Springs Family Ranch
3077 Messilla Valley Road
Oroville, CA 95965
(25 minutes from Chico; car required)
How to Apply
Send the following to kara@hiddenspringsbuttevalley.com:
- Resume
- 3–5 sentence statement on why you’re interested in regenerative agriculture or FarmTeach
- Weekly availability
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.