Veg Production Apprenticeship – West County Community Farm

Last Updated On: May 7th, 2026 at 07:38PM MST

Contact information

Farm Address:
1720 Cooper Rd.
Sebastopol, California, 95472

Primary Contact: David
Primary Phone:
    Type: Cell
    Number: 4085074410
    Email: hello@westcountycommunityfarm.com

Website: https://www.westcountycommunityfarm.com

Internship information

General Farm Description: West County Community Farm is a diversified, regenerative farm located along the Laguna de Santa Rosa, just minutes from downtown Sebastopol, CA. We grow more than 200 varieties of vegetables, flowers, herbs, strawberries, and specialty crops, with most of our production dedicated to our vibrant Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program.

CRAFT Member Farm? No

Internship Starts: 1-Mar-26
Internship Ends: 20-Dec-26
Number of Internship Available: 1
Application Deadline: 19-Dec-25
Minimum Length of Stay: 10 months

Internship Details:

We are hiring for a production-focused crew position on our diversified vegetable farm in Sebastopol, CA. This role is intended for a beginning farmer, with a couple seasons under their belt, who wants to focus on the mechanical and technical side of vegetable production here in coastal Northern California.

Working closely with our Production Manager and Assistant Production Manager, this person will be trained on all our production systems and help with tractor operation, irrigation management, and leading efficient crew workflows through day-to-day horticultural tasks. Because this position offers substantial on-the-job training, we will prioritize candidates who are interested in staying with the farm for multiple years.

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience on a vegetable production crew

• Mechanical aptitude and/or experience operating farm tractors and implements; experience in similar trades also considered

• Familiarity with irrigation systems and basic irrigation concepts (PSI, flow, etc.)

• Strong work ethic with ability to work long hours outdoors in all weather conditions

• The ability to be flexible and chip in where needed

• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset; able to help foster a supportive work environment

• Local housing and reliable transportation required

This position includes significant training, but candidates should have enough foundational experience to work safely and independently after instruction.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist with field preparation, bed prep, compost and amendment application, transplanting, and cultivation across 10+ acres of diversified vegetables

• Perform 100–200 hours of tractor work per year using various implements

• Set up and break down field irrigation systems; manage irrigation schedules and timing

• Support the maintenance and care of farm equipment and tools and work shops

• Work as part of the field crew 2–3 days per week (harvesting, weeding, greenhouse tasks, etc.)

Schedule & Compensation

• $22–$24/hr DOE

• 40 hours/week

• Full-time, year-round position starting March 1, 2026 (start date negotiable)

• Access to all farm produce

• 2 weeks paid vacation

• Opportunities for longer unpaid vacations in winter months

How to Apply

Please send a cover letter, resume, and two references to: westcountycommunityfarm@gmail.com

The farm does not provide on-site housing, but we’re happy to assist the right candidate in finding local housing through our community network.

Educational Opportunities: On-the-job training

Skills Desired: See job description

Meals: Access to all farm produce.

Stipend: This is a paid position

Housing: No

Preferred method of Contact: email