About the role#
Pasa Sustainable Agriculture is seeking a Farm Data Intern to support our research team. This role focuses on the Soil Health Benchmark Study, which measures sustainability indicators like soil health and financial viability across diverse farms. You will work under the supervision of the Research Technology Coordinator to manage data and coordinate with farmers and partners. This is a part-time, paid position offering 25 hours per week.
What you'll do#
- Collect, organize, and review field management data such as planting dates, equipment activity, and grazing records.
- Identify missing information or inconsistencies in datasets.
- Communicate with farmers and partners to follow up on data submissions.
- Follow research protocols provided by the team.
- Manage and review additional research survey data.
- Support coordination tasks and potential seasonal fieldwork.
What you'll need#
- At least 2 years of farm production experience in annual cropping systems.
- Proficiency with spreadsheets for reviewing large datasets.
- Ability to work effectively in a remote environment.
- Strong communication skills to work with a diverse group of farmers and colleagues.
- Ability to handle detail-oriented tasks and learn new systems.
- A commitment to Pasa's mission and anti-oppression principles.
- Preferred: Experience in statistics, data analysis, experimental design, or survey design.
- Preferred: Familiarity with data management platforms like Salesforce or Google Workspace.
- Preferred: Coursework or experience in accounting, finance, or academic research.
Location & details#
- This is a hybrid position based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
- Residents must live within a 150-mile driving distance of Harrisburg, or within one hour of Philadelphia or Pittsburgh.
- The role requires occasional travel to farm sites and in-office workdays.
- The internship runs from December 16, 2026, through June 30, 2027.
- Interns must provide their own computer.
About Pasa Sustainable Agriculture
Pasa Sustainable Agriculture is a nonprofit association founded in 1992. Based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, the organization supports sustainable farming through research, education, and community outreach. It coordinates workshops and formal apprenticeships for farmers while hosting an annual conference. The staff size is approximately 50 employees.
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