Job Details

Taylor Farms Internship Program (United States)

Location: Opportunities available across the U.S.

Position Type: Paid Internship (Full-Time, Temporary)

Duration: Typically 8–12 weeks (Summer 2026)

Departments: Varies by location and may include Operations, Production, Engineering, Food Safety, Research & Development, Sales, Marketing, Communications, HR, and more.

About Taylor Farms

Taylor Farms is a leading North American producer of salads and healthy fresh foods, with production facilities across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and most recently Western Europe and the United Kingdom. Family-owned and headquartered in Salinas, California—known as The Salad Bowl of the World—Taylor Farms is grounded in a commitment to quality, innovation, food safety, assured supply, and sustainability.

Program Overview

The Taylor Farms Internship Program offers students hands-on experience in the fresh food industry through immersive projects, mentorship, and real-world problem-solving.

Each Taylor Farms location and subsidiary designs its own internship experience tailored to its business operations. This provides interns with a unique, behind-the-scenes look at the people, processes, and innovation that drive our products from field to fork.

Interns are encouraged to learn from cross-functional teams, explore multiple areas of the business, and contribute meaningfully to work that supports our mission of delivering high-quality, fresh food every day.

What You'll Do

Responsibilities vary by site and department and may include:

• Supporting operational, engineering, or production initiatives
• Conducting research, analyzing data, and presenting insights
• Assisting with quality assurance, food safety, or process improvement projects
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve business goals
• Participating in company tours, events, and leadership sessions

Who You Are

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Business, Agriculture, Engineering, Food Science, Marketing, Communications, or a related field
• A self-starter with curiosity, initiative, and a strong desire to learn
• Strong communicator with solid organization and analytical skills
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Excited to experience the pace, complexity, and culture of a leading fresh food company

What You'll Gain

• Real-world industry experience and exposure to leadership
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities
• Networking across Taylor Farms locations and subsidiaries
• A deeper understanding of the fresh food supply chain and innovation process
• Competitive hourly pay

This is a paid internship. Compensation will vary based on location, department, role responsibilities, and experience, and will be determined in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal wage laws. Final compensation will be communicated during the interview or offer process.

For roles based in California only: the anticipated hourly rate begins at $18.00 per hour.

Application Process

To be considered for the Taylor Farms Internship Program, candidates must complete both of the following:

1. Submit a resume via LinkedIn
2. Complete the supplemental internship questionnaire
3. Questionnaire Link - click here: Taylor Farms Internship Questionnaire

Application deadline is March 15, 2026. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis as teams assess their summer needs. Due to the volume of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted.

If you do not hear from us by the end of April 2026, please assume that we were not able to find a placement for you this summer.

Join Us

Taylor Farms offers a wide range of internship opportunities each year across our family of companies, including Taylor Farms Retail, Foodservice, Deli, Pacific, and Earthbound Farm.

Apply today to be considered for the Summer 2026 Internship Program. Internship placement is based on area of study, interests, location preferences, and available opportunities.