Farm Job and Internship Resources
Here are links to resources for people seeking agricultural internship, apprenticeships, and jobs.
Below is a list of links to organizations in the Pacific Northwest that offer volunteer opportunities, internships, apprenticeships, and jobs in the agricultural sector.
Regional
- ATTRA www.attra.org
Also known as the National Sustainable Agriculture Information Service, ATTRA offers up to date information on sustainable agriculture news, events, and job opportunities.
- Tilth Producers of Washington www.tilthproducers.org
As a member of the regional Tilth movement, Tilth Producers connects farmers to resources. Their website offers event listings, classifieds, and many other regional opportunities to promote sustainable and equitable farming practices.
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OSALT www.osalt.org
The Oregon Sustainable Agriculture Land Trust works to preserve urban and rural agricultural lands. The OSALT website offers event listings as well as links to a variety of avenues for getting involved in Oregon's sustainable agricultural community.
Portland
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47th Ave Farm www.47thavefarm.com
As an urban CSA, 47th ave offers season job opportunities on its farm as well as volunteer opportunities. Their website also offers links to an array of regional sustainable agriculture resources.
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Sauvie Island Organics www.sauvieislandorganics.com
SIO is a certified organic farm that runs a CSA and provides produce for several restaurants and cooperatives in the region. The farm offers a Farmer in Training apprentice program and works closely with the Sauvie Island Center, a sustainable agriculture education nonprofit.
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Friends of Zenger Farm www.zengerfarm.org
Working to educate youth and adults about farming and environmental stewardship, FZF is a nonprofit that provides learning opportunities for people of all ages. They also offer volunteer and internship opportunities.
For more information on regional sustainable agriculture resources, contact Oregon Tilth staff.
