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Intern jobs with H-2A visa sponsorship place you in supervised agricultural training roles on U.S. farms and ranches during seasonal production periods. Employers must provide free housing and transportation, pay the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR), and file a certified job order with DOL before your placement begins.
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Wonderful Pistachios & Almonds is the largest vertically integrated pistachio and almond processor in the world. Located in California's Central Valley, our nuts are Non-GMO Project Verified and sustainably harvested, providing a smart, healthy choice for consumers around the world. Our facilities are equipped with the most advanced processing technology available, allowing us to efficiently sort, grade, process, roast, flavor, and package billions of nuts each year. We are committed to providing the highest-quality nuts to our customers and consumers worldwide.
Job Description
Position Summary:
The Operations Project Intern will play a crucial role in collecting and analyzing data related to our production processes. This internship is designed to provide hands-on experience and contribute to a key project focused on process improvement within the Operations Area. This position will be based onsite at Wonderful Pistachios and Almonds located in Firebaugh, CA. This summer internship is a 6 to 10-week program.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough data collection on existing manufacturing processes.
- Utilize various tools and methodologies to analyze data and identify areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather insights and feedback.
- Develop comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures for key manufacturing processes and compliant with industry standards.
- Collaborate with team members to validate and refine procedures.
- Work on a designated project aimed at improving efficiency and effectiveness in the Operations Area.
- Collaborate with team members to implement and test process improvements.
- Track and report key performance indicators related to the processes.
- Follow safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a secure working environment.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Requirements and Qualifications:
- Must be Wonderful Scholar enrolled in the College Success program.
- Must be 18 years of age.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in data collection and analysis tools.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to adapt to a dynamic and fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Must be able to work flexible schedules.
- Eagerness to learn and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Be prepared to work in a manufacturing environment characterized by varying temperatures (hot or cold) and loud machinery.
- Preferred bilingual in English and Spanish.
Pay: $19.00 - $20.00/Hour
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Wonderful Pistachios & Almonds is the world’s largest vertically integrated pistachio and almond grower and processor. Located in California’s fertile San Joaquin Valley, our operation delivers more than 450 million pounds of nuts globally each year. Wonderful Pistachios & Almonds supplies both industrial and retail customers, offering high-quality, consistent supply and adherence to rigorous food safety standards. Our nuts can be found in stores nationwide under the flagship retail brands of Wonderful Pistachios and Wonderful Almonds.
Wonderful Pistachios & Almonds is part of The Wonderful Company, a privately held $4.8 billion company, which also has other No. 1 brands such as Wonderful Halos, FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, JUSTIN Wine, and Teleflora.
Wonderful Pistachios & Almonds is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.
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Company Description
Wonderful Pistachios & Almonds is the largest vertically integrated pistachio and almond processor in the world. Located in California's Central Valley, our nuts are Non-GMO Project Verified and sustainably harvested, providing a smart, healthy choice for consumers around the world. Our facilities are equipped with the most advanced processing technology available, allowing us to efficiently sort, grade, process, roast, flavor, and package billions of nuts each year. We are committed to providing the highest-quality nuts to our customers and consumers worldwide.
Job Description
Position Summary:
The Operations Project Intern will play a crucial role in collecting and analyzing data related to our production processes. This internship is designed to provide hands-on experience and contribute to a key project focused on process improvement within the Operations Area. This position will be based onsite at Wonderful Pistachios and Almonds located in Firebaugh, CA. This summer internship is a 6 to 10-week program.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough data collection on existing manufacturing processes.
- Utilize various tools and methodologies to analyze data and identify areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather insights and feedback.
- Develop comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures for key manufacturing processes and compliant with industry standards.
- Collaborate with team members to validate and refine procedures.
- Work on a designated project aimed at improving efficiency and effectiveness in the Operations Area.
- Collaborate with team members to implement and test process improvements.
- Track and report key performance indicators related to the processes.
- Follow safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a secure working environment.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Requirements and Qualifications:
- Must be Wonderful Scholar enrolled in the College Success program.
- Must be 18 years of age.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in data collection and analysis tools.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to adapt to a dynamic and fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Must be able to work flexible schedules.
- Eagerness to learn and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Be prepared to work in a manufacturing environment characterized by varying temperatures (hot or cold) and loud machinery.
- Preferred bilingual in English and Spanish.
Pay: $19.00 - $20.00/Hour
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Wonderful Pistachios & Almonds is the world’s largest vertically integrated pistachio and almond grower and processor. Located in California’s fertile San Joaquin Valley, our operation delivers more than 450 million pounds of nuts globally each year. Wonderful Pistachios & Almonds supplies both industrial and retail customers, offering high-quality, consistent supply and adherence to rigorous food safety standards. Our nuts can be found in stores nationwide under the flagship retail brands of Wonderful Pistachios and Wonderful Almonds.
Wonderful Pistachios & Almonds is part of The Wonderful Company, a privately held $4.8 billion company, which also has other No. 1 brands such as Wonderful Halos, FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, JUSTIN Wine, and Teleflora.
Wonderful Pistachios & Almonds is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.
EEO is the law - click here for more information.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Intern
Verify your internship qualifies as agricultural
H-2A visa covers hands-on field and production work, not office-based or administrative internships. Confirm your role involves crop cultivation, livestock handling, or direct farm operations before applying, since DOL rejects job orders for roles that don't meet the agricultural-work definition.
Request your employer's ETA-790 job order early
Your H-2A sponsor must file a certified ETA-790 job order with DOL at least 75 days before your start date. Ask the farm or ranch to share that order so you can verify your position title, duties, and housing terms match what they've promised you.
Search H-2A intern openings on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters seasonal agricultural listings by H-2A sponsorship status, so you're only seeing employers already set up to file. Use it to find intern roles tied to specific crop seasons or livestock cycles in your target region.
Confirm housing meets federal H-2A standards
Your employer must provide free housing that passes DOL's Occupational Safety and Health Administration inspection standards. Before accepting an offer, ask whether housing is on-site or off-site and whether it's been certified for the current season.
Check the O*NET profile for your intern duties
Reviewing O*NET for agricultural worker and farm internship occupation codes helps you describe your expected tasks accurately on your visa application. Mismatches between listed duties and actual farm work can delay your H-2A petition at the DOL review stage.
Gather your academic enrollment documents before the offer
Some H-2A intern roles require proof of current enrollment in an agricultural, environmental, or related academic program. Have your institution issue an official enrollment letter and transcript before your employer submits the H-2A petition to USCIS.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find intern jobs that offer H-2A visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search for intern positions with confirmed H-2A sponsorship. Employers listed there have already committed to the H-2A process, meaning they're prepared to file the required DOL job order, provide certified housing, and pay the AEWR. Filtering by visa type saves you from applying to farms that haven't set up sponsorship.
What obligations does an H-2A employer have for an intern position?
Under H-2A, your employer must provide free housing that meets DOL safety standards, cover inbound and outbound transportation, and pay at least the AEWR or the prevailing wage for the occupation, whichever is higher. They must also file a certified ETA-790 job order with DOL at least 75 days before your start date and guarantee work for at least three-fourths of the contract period.
Does an agricultural internship qualify for H-2A if it's part of a university program?
Yes, as long as the majority of your duties involve direct agricultural production work such as planting, cultivation, harvesting, or livestock care. DOL evaluates the actual job tasks described in the ETA-790, not the academic framing. Internships that split time between farm work and classroom instruction may face additional scrutiny at the petition review stage.
How long can I stay in the U.S. on an H-2A intern placement?
H-2A status is tied to the length of your employer's certified job order, which must be seasonal or temporary. USCIS can approve a single H-2A petition for up to one year, with extensions possible in one-year increments up to a three-year maximum. After reaching the three-year limit, you must remain outside the U.S. for at least three months before a new H-2A period begins.