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Internship Program at Mission Produce (United States)

Application Period: Resumes will be reviewed beginning November 16, 2026, and applications must be submitted by January 4, 2027.

Program Dates: June 1, 2027 - August 13, 2027

Location: Oxnard, California

Position Type: Paid Internship (Full-Time, Seasonal)

For California, the range is $20 - $24 per hour. Final compensation will be communicated during the interview or offer process. Housing assistance available for interns relocating from outside the area.

Departments: May include Operations, Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Food Safety, Quality Assurance & More!

About Mission Produce

Mission Produce (Nasdaq: AVO) is a global leader in the worldwide fresh produce business, delivering fresh Hass avocados and mangos to retail, wholesale and foodservice customers in over 25 countries. Since 1983, Mission Produce has been sourcing, producing and distributing fresh Hass avocados, and today also markets mangos and grows blueberries as part of its diversified portfolio. The Company is vertically integrated and owns five state-of-the-art packing facilities across the U.S., Mexico, Peru, and Guatemala. With sourcing capabilities across 20+ premium growing regions, the company provides a year-round supply of premium fresh fruit. Mission’s global distribution network includes strategically positioned forward distribution centers across key markets throughout North America, China, Europe, and the UK, offering value-added services such as ripening, bagging, custom packing and logistical management. For more information, please visit www.missionproduce.com.

Program Summary

Mission Produce’s internship program provides students with valuable, hands-on experience in the produce industry. A key focus of the program is helping interns build meaningful relationships with employees across the organization and develop the skills necessary to work in a fast-paced environment. While each internship is tailored to the needs of the department, all interns participate in the following program components:

• Comprehensive onboarding program
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities
• Ventura County Fair booth planning and execution
• Summer Capstone Project

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Responsibilities vary by department and may include:

• Entering sales orders and reviewing related documents
• Assisting with forecasting, inventory management, and operational activities
• Creating dashboards and monitoring key metrics
• Conducting research, analyzing data, and presenting findings
• Learning how sourcing, supply chain, transportation, and sales collaborate to achieve Mission’s goals

Minimum Qualifications

• Positive and proactive mindset with a strong sense of enthusiasm and initiative
• Eagerness to learn and grow in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree at an accredited university in agriculture, business, economics, marketing, communications, supply chain, or a related field

Employment Type: FULL_TIME