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Internship Application Process

When to Apply

  • Recommended deadline is the 3rd week of the quarter preceding the quarter before the student plans to study at Swanton Pacific Ranch. Earlier application provides some preference in selection process.
  • Applications accepted as long as positions are available.
  • Interviews may be included in the application process.

How to Apply

  • To be considered for an internship position, please review the linked document on information and submit an application.
  • Application Form and Information:
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  • Review of applications begins the 3rd week of the preceeding quarter until positions are filled.

Contact: Susan Burgess, Program Management Coordinator
Phone: (831) 458-5410
FAX: (831) 458-5411
Email: slburges@calpoly.edu

Packing List for Swanton Pacific Ranch Internships

This is a list of things to bring based on the recommendations of past interns. In the summer time Davenport is prone to being either foggy or extremely windy, so keep that in mind when packing. It also gets hot further into the valley. Layering is recommended.

  • Sturdy work clothes (long pants are required)
  • Work boots (sturdy work boots are required)
  • Work gloves
  • Hiking shoes
  • Rubber boots
  • Hats – one for sun, one for wind
  • Wind breaker
  • Warm jacket
  • Bath Towels
  • Warm Bedding – regular twin size beds
  • Pillow
  • Poison Oak Medicine – Technu & Calagel are recommended
  • Sunscreen
  • Laundry soap
  • Desk Lamp
  • Alarm with battery back-up
  • Flashlight
  • Notebook
  • Calling card – cell phone coverage is minimal on the ranch

 

Optional …

  • Leatherman
  • Binoculars
  • Camera
  • Bicycle
  • Surf Board
  • Wetsuit
  • Bathing suit
  • Reading material

 

Your mailing address is:
125 Swanton Road
Davenport, CA 95017

Telephone number to reach you directly: (831) 458-5419
Emergency use only: (831) 458-5410

 

 

 
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Davenport, CA 95017
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