Roles and Responsibilities:
Shadow certification specialists to learn technical review processes.
Support Customer Certification Specialists by reviewing land use history and inputs.
Help develop educational tools like FAQs and mock audit services for clients exploring organic certification.
Contribute to client mapping projects and analyze trends in noncompliance and risk data to support education and compliance efforts.
Assist with data collection, entry, and analysis for specific projects.
Collaborate with team members to achieve specific objectives.
Support customer relationship management activities, including customer outreach, feedback collection, and database management.
Conduct surveys with retailers and clients to identify market needs, interest in organic transitions, and supply chain gaps like Secure Food Supply plans or backup suppliers.
Help with cost estimates and fee collections.
Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and other communication materials for internal and external stakeholders.
Attend meetings, take notes, and contribute ideas to discussions.
Salesforce account maintenance activities & support for Customer Certification Specialist teams.
Alignment of accounts and customers in internal systems.
Ensure all research activities and documentation adhere to company standards and regulatory guidelines.
Maintain accurate and organized records of research data, project milestones, and communication activities.
Perform any other responsibilities as needed.
Required Skills & Experience:
Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program focused on animal science, agriculture, food science, sustainability, food systems, quality assurance, agribusiness, or similar degree program.
Experience with agriculture and/or food supply chain management such as beef/dairy cattle, poultry, crop production, swine, seafood, and/or consumer packaged goods.
Highly detail-oriented and self-motivated.
Adaptability, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
Teamwork attitude with a strong aptitude for professionalism and courtesy.
Ability to process a high volume of data in a productive and quality driven manner.
Strong Microsoft Office and computer skills.
Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing with internal/external staff, vendors, and clients.
Maintain alignment with Where Food Comes From, Inc.’s Mission, Purpose, and Values.
Maintain confidentiality.
Physical Requirements:
Able to use standard computer keyboard and screen on a frequent basis
Able to walk up and down stairs and to sit for up to 8 hours.
Ability to use video conferencing tools, phone, and email for communication, which may involve speaking clearly and listening attentively
May need to lift or move light objects, such as a laptop or office supplies, weighing up to 35 pounds
Working Conditions:
Castle Rock, CO office
Some travel required (~5%)
Internships are temporary with a start and end date each semester
Additionally, due to the nature of the information handled within this position, confidentiality and avoiding conflict of interest is required. We are a company that encourages self-starters and we reward highly motivated employees. There is opportunity for growth within this position for the individual who consistently excels in their performance.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Where Food Comes From, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Compensation & Qualifications: Compensation is $15 per hour for undergraduate interns and $18 for graduate interns. Interns are not eligible for benefits.
This internship is funded by
