General Farm Description: Seapuit Farms is a unique, seaside farm specializing in locally grown produce and pasture raised eggs. Our goal is simple….grown and packaged in Osterville, MA, we take pride in offering our community access to the freshest produce available.
CRAFT Member Farm? No
Internship Starts: Now Internship Ends: TBD Number of Internship Available: 2 Application Deadline: n/a Minimum Length of Stay: n/a
Internship Details:
We are seeking a motivated, hardworking, and dependable Animal Care Intern to join our team at Seapuit Farms for the 2026/2027 season. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with animals and is interested in gaining hands-on experience in farm animal care and daily livestock management.
The Animal Care Intern will assist with the daily care and well-being of our farm animals, including cows, ducks, and chickens, with the possibility of additional animals joining the farm in the future. Responsibilities include feeding, watering, cleaning stalls and animal enclosures, and maintaining a clean, safe, and healthy environment for all animals. This is a hands-on, physically active position that requires a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Educational Opportunities: Yes, interns will gain hands-on experience in livestock care, daily livestock management, and general farm operations.
Skills Desired: • Comfortable working with and around farm animals, including cows, ducks, and chickens
• Assist with daily morning and evening animal chores
• Feed and provide fresh water to animals
• Muck out stalls and clean animal enclosures
• Maintain clean and organized animal living areas
• Monitor animals for general health and well-being
• Assist with general upkeep of barns, fencing, and animal care equipment
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Dependable, hardworking, and comfortable with physical labor
• Previous animal care experience is a plus, but a willingness to learn is essential
Meals: We do not provide meals, however interns will have access to a kitchen.