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West Campus Internship Information  

Want to learn more about the MJC School of Ag West Campus Internship Program?

Watch the Ag Internship Program Informational Video  

Program Details

  • If selected, all interns are required to work a minimum of 12 hours, per week, in exchange for housing. All interns are selected to work at a designated instructional unit (sheep, beef, general office, etc.).
  • Students reside in 7 Houses, each equipped with:
    • 4 bedrooms, 1 for each student
    • 2 bathrooms, shared
    • Living room, full kitchen
    • Washer/Dryer
  • 28 Intern Spots
  • Two opportunities per year:
    • Fall/Spring (August - May)
    • Summer (May - August)

Program Requirements

  • Graduating high school senior or current MJC student
  • 2.0 GPA to apply, 2.25 GPA to maintain eligibility
  • 16-unit requirement
    • 1 unit of MAG 259A-Work Experience, a 3-unit intern-specific class & 12 units of course work. First-year interns take an additional 3-unit equipment safety class.

Application Process

Applications open during the spring semester of each year. All applications muct be either mailed in or hand delivered to the Ag Division Office.

  • General application (contact information, etc.)
  • Copy of driver’s license
  • Copy of most recent transcripts
  • Personal essay
  • Letters of recommendation

Unit Advisors

Unit Advisor Contact List

Still have questions? Please email Tim Truax

If you would like to receive an email alert when applications are released, please fill out the following: WC Internship Interest Form