Be part of our team…

We are seeking a few awesome interns for the 2023 season to help round out our staff at Chesterfield Organic Orchards in central New Jersey.

Chesterfield Organic Orchards is a model of sustainable farming with farmers with a wealth of valuable experience to share with our team. Positions start in March or May (depending on your preference) & interns work directly with our farm and farm market managers. Work is primarily at our Chesterfield location and we are offering approximately 40 hours/week or less. Occasional Saturday & holiday work.

Seeking highly motivated individuals who work well independently. Prior farm/greenhouse experience is preferred but not necessary. Familiarity with Spanish is a plus, but not necessary. Ability to work in summer heat and the ability to lift plant material and boxes weighing as much as 15 lbs required. Drivers license required.

Interns assist with greenhouse production and record keeping, hand cultivation in the field and transplanting and pruning of nut and fruit trees and bushes. Interns also harvest berries and other fruits & nuts, assist in our pick-your-own fields, which is heavy on customer service and quality/experience enhancement. This is a paid position & housing is available on our preserved farm. Learn organic farming from the folks that have been doing it for over thirty years in central NJ and have a lot to teach!

To apply, please send cover letter/email and resume by clicking here.