State offers incentives to hire interns

New Mexico Department of Agriculture

New Mexico agricultural businesses can now apply for funding to hire paid interns through the state’s Agricultural Workforce Development Program, which reimburses up to 50% of internship costs to help develop the next generation of farmers, ranchers and agricultural professionals.

Eligible businesses may be reimbursed up to 50% of actual internship costs, with a cap of $15,000 per intern. Each internship must total at least 130 hours, and businesses may apply to hire up to three interns per year. Interns must be at least 18 years old.

Funds are available for internships beginning after July 1, and must be used by May 31. For more details, visit NMDeptAg.nmsu.edu, email [email protected] or call 575-646-2642.