Agricultural Commissioner’s Office Intern
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Job Description
About the Company and Job Description
The Riverside County Agricultural Commissioner’s Office is seeking motivated college and university students for an unpaid internship program. This program provides hands-on experience in agricultural regulation, environmental protection, and consumer affairs.
This internship offers a unique opportunity to explore Riverside County’s diverse agricultural industry, understand its regulatory framework, and learn how county government protects public health, natural resources, and economic stability. Interns will gain exposure to careers in agriculture, environmental science, entomology, and public administration.
Job Description:
Interns will be placed at one of three district offices—Riverside, San Jacinto, or Indio—and participate in three main components:
• Office Operations: Learning administrative functions such as data entry, record-keeping, permit documentation, and pesticide use reporting.
• Agricultural Fieldwork: Participating in ride-alongs with licensed Agricultural and Standards Investigators, assisting with pest detection programs and inspections.
• Weights and Measures Fieldwork: Accompanying investigators during inspections of commercial devices (e.g., fuel dispensers, retail scales, etc.); observing procedures for package accuracy, labeling compliance, and scanner price verification.
What the intern can expect to gain:
• Learn how local agencies enforce laws related to pest management and crop protection.
• Gain insight into environmental stewardship practices and invasive species control.
• Contribute to critical departmental programs that protect and promote Riverside County’s agricultural industry.
• Get hands-on exposure to key local crops such as citrus, grapes, dates, and vegetables.
• Understand the importance of metrological testing and enforcement in ensuring consumer protection and marketplace fairness.
• Develop practical administrative skills, including data entry, record keeping, and permit processing.
• Strengthen communication, teamwork, and analytical abilities.
• Explore career paths in agriculture, environmental science, and public service.
Examples Of Essential Duties
Under supervision, assists and participates in the work performed by employees of a specific profession; Through participation, receives supervised work experience in a specific professional vocation, and performs other related duties as required.
