FFAR Summer 2026 Internship Program at Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jul, 26

Salary

22.0

Posted On

05 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Research, Data collection, Data analysis, Communication, Writing, Project management, Event coordination, Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Administrative tasks, Program design, Portfolio management, Collaboration

Industry

Research Services

Description

Job type: Part-Time (up to 29 hours/week) Duration: June through December; six-month internship (cohort starting in June 2026) Location: Remote Organization Description The Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research [https://foundationfar.org/] (FFAR) is a nonprofit organization that builds public-private partnerships to fund audacious research addressing the biggest challenges in food and agriculture. FFAR is committed to providing every person with access to affordable, nutritious food grown on thriving farms. The Foundation pioneers scientific and technological innovation by funding research that fills critical research gaps. Ultimately, FFAR’s partnerships and research benefit farmers, consumers and the environment. FFAR’s work spans four interrelated strategic Priority Areas that aim to provide the impacts stakeholders need to improve and advance the food and agriculture system. * Cultivating Thriving Production Systems * Sustaining Vibrant Agroecosystems * Bolstering Healthy Food Systems * Strengthening the Scientific Workforce About the Internship Program FFAR’s Internship Program provides students with hands-on and professional development experience across multiple disciplines within the organization. Interns gain exposure to national and global agricultural research, public-private partnerships and organizational operations through collaborative projects and mentoring. Interns may apply to one of several departments based on their academic background and interests: * Partnerships & Development:This team leads FFAR’sexternal engagement strategy, including partnershipdevelopment, donor relations,securing partnerfundingandsetting upstrategicrevenue generation models. Interns in this area will gain exposure tofunderresearch,business developmentproposal developmentandto thedata collection, analysis, and insightgeneration that thatsupport partnershipbuildingandprogramfunding. * Science: This team advances FFAR’s research priorities through scientific analysis,program design,portfoliomanagementand collaborationacross key focus areas as outlined above. Interns in this area will be exposed to literature reviews, researchtrackingand cross-sector scientific collaboration. * Impact: This teamis responsible formeasuring and communicating FFAR’s outcomes and organizational efficiencies. Interns in this area may be exposed to data collection, evaluation, reportingeffortsand experience how FFARdevelops visualizations fordemonstratingour impacttointernal and external audiences. Interns may collaborate across teams, attend internal and external meetings, and engage with partners from government, academia, nonprofit and private sectors. Duties & Responsibilities Responsibilities vary by department but may include: * Conduct research and synthesize information to support ongoing programs and partnerships * Prepare and edit correspondence, presentations, onepagers and reports * Assistwith data entry,trackingand internal dashboards * Support event coordination,webinarsand partnership convenings * Participate in meetings andassistwith follow-up communications * Contribute to internal process improvements and documentation * Assistwith project management and administrative tasks Qualifications * Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program * Demonstrated interest in food and agriculture, nonprofit management, etc. * Completion of at least two years of college coursework preferred * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Excellent organizational, analytical and research skills * Proficiencyin Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) * Ability to work independently in a remote environment Application & Nomination Process To apply, please complete the online application and include the following materials: * A cover letter that clearlyindicatesthedepartment you are applying for(Partnerships& Development, Science,Impact) * Resume * Writing sample When applying, candidates must select which internship they are applying for (i.e., Partnerships & Development, Science or Impact and clearly indicate this in their cover letter. Applicants are encouraged to explain how their academic background and interests align with their selected department. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis year-round, and cohorts begin in January and June of each year. Additional Information This position requires long periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. This position will be employed through a third-party staffing partner but will report to FFAR. EEO Statement FFAR is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Responsibilities

Interns will conduct research, synthesize information, and support program operations across departments like Science, Partnerships, and Impact. They will also assist with data tracking, event coordination, and the preparation of professional reports and presentations.