Summer Internship Program at Mission Produce

Mission Produce is a global leader in the worldwide avocado business, with additional offerings in mangos. Since 1983, we have invested in people, state-of-the-art technology, and avocado-specific and ripening infrastructure to expertly serve our customers, growers, and partners in over 25 countries. We own and operate four packing facilities in multiple global locations including California, Mexico, and Peru. Our global distribution network includes strategically placed forward distribution centers in North America, China, and Europe, which promote company expansion into new territories and categories. Throughout our history, we have remained rooted in honesty, respect, and loyalty to provide a year-round supply of high-quality fruit from field to fork.

Join Mission Produce for a 12-week paid summer internship designed to give you hands-on experience in the fresh produce industry. As an intern, you’ll build meaningful relationships with team members and gain exposure to key departments such as:

• Domestic Sales
• Export Sales
• Global Sourcing
• Inventory Management
• …and more!
  
  

In addition to department-specific learning, interns will collaborate to design Mission’s booth for the Ventura County Fair and present a capstone “field-to-fork” innovation project that showcases their creativity and industry insight.

START DATES

• Tuesday, May 26, 2026 (semester system)
• Monday, June 22, 2026 (quarter system)
  
  

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Sunday, February 1, 2026, at 5 PM PST

Qualifications & Requirements

• Positive and proactive mindset with a strong sense of enthusiasm and initiative.
• Eagerness to learn and grow in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program at an accredited university.
• Eligible to work in the United States prior to start date.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel is a plus.
• Effective communicator who enjoys presenting to large groups of people.
• Willing to work in cold conditions from 38°F to 50°F and hot conditions, if working in the packing facility.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus.
  
  

Range: $20.00 - $24.00