Farm Data Intern (Remote)

October 20, 2026

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Farm Data Intern

Mission: Cultivating environmentally sound, economically viable, community-focused farms and food systems

Program overview: Through our Farm-Based Research, Pasa is advancing an inclusive definition of sustainable agriculture that focuses on measurable outcomes, rather than a prescriptive set of practices. We facilitate research projects among our communitywho farm at diverse scales and employ a vast array of strategiesthat measure the dimensions of sustainability they care about: the health of their soils, the nutrient-density of their products, and the financial viability of their farm businesses. Measuring these sustainability indicators allows for the establishment of benchmarks for what's typicaland what's possible

Position overview: Do you have a background in farm production experience and also love data and spreadsheets? We are seeking a Farm Data and Coordination Intern to support key areas within our Soil Health Benchmark Study. Key tasks for this position include receiving, organizing, and reviewing farmer field management data; timely communication with farmers and partner organizations related to data and study participation; and potentially seasonal field work. Other research survey data review, communication, and tracking tasks may be assigned as needed. This is an exciting opportunity to work within Pasa's unique and innovative research program and contribute to a change-making model for agricultural research and education.

This internship opportunity begins December 16, 2026 and ends June 30, 2027. This position is 25 hrs/week. This is a primarily remote position with occasional travel to farm sites throughout Pennsylvania and for in-office workdays. Residence within a 150-mile driving distance of Harrisburg is required unless special permission is granted to reside closer to Philadelphia or Pittsburgh, in which case employees must reside within a one-hour drive from either city. Opportunities are available to attend our annual Sustainable Agriculture Conference, which takes place each February in Lancaster, PA. This position will work collaboratively with various research team members. It will be supervised by Pasa's Research Technology Coordinator.

Responsibilities

Collecting, organizing, and reviewing field management data (planting and termination dates, equipment activity, amendments, grazing activity) from a variety of farms
Identifying missing data and inconsistencies, following up with farmers when needed
Carefully following protocols developed by research team
Timely communication with research team members, farmers, and partners
Receiving, organizing, and reviewing other research survey data, as needed
Supporting other coordination tasks or potential seasonal fieldwork, as needed

Qualifications

2 or more years of farm production experience in annual cropping systems
Familiarity and comfort using spreadsheets to review large groupings of data
Ability to communicate and work effectively and collaboratively in a remote environment
Ability to communicate and work effectively with a diversity of farmers and people
Ability to carry out detail oriented tasks and procedures successfully
Ability to learn new systems and technology
Passion for Pasa's mission
Commitment to advancing the principles of anti-oppression

Preferred qualifications:

Experience in statistics, data analysis, experimental design, and/or survey design.
Experience with a variety of data management, analysis and relevant technology platforms (i.e., Salesforce, Google Workspace)
Coursework or experience related to accounting or finance
Academic fieldwork or research experience

Compensation: $25/hour Includes paid job training, paid travel time, and mileage reimbursement. Interns must provide their own laptop/computer. Additional technology needs can be considered with supervisor's approval.

How to apply: Click the Apply button and submit the information requested (e.g. resume, cover letter, and/or portfolio) as well as the questionnaire. The position will remain open until Nov 5th 2026.

Initial interviews will be conducted remotely via Zoom beginning November 16th 2026. The anticipated start date for this position is December 16th 2026.

If you have any questions, please contact jobs @pasafarming.org.

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