Intern Testimonials

During my internship at the farm, one of the most incredible experiences was watching and caring for an animal from start to finish. It was deeply rewarding to be involved in every stage of the process. The work was demanding and physically intense. However, the challenges were more than outweighed by the rewards. The satisfaction of contributing to a local, sustainable food system and the joy of working closely with the animals made every effort worthwhile.

Working with Jess was an exceptional experience. Jess’s dedication, knowledge, and unwavering support made the demanding days much more manageable and deeply fulfilling. Her leadership and genuine passion for the farm's mission were inspiring, and I learned invaluable skills that I will carry with me throughout my career. I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity and the growth it provided- Brodi V.

I am currently attending Wilmington College. I am a junior with a concentration in animal science and a minor in biology. I will soon then graduate in May of 2026 to then hopefully continue my academic career for vet school. During the summer of 2023 I was the summer intern at Carroll Creek Farms. I gained many new skills and experiences from working there. Having that opportunity to work with the livestock and the customers that then purchase Carroll Creek Farms products was very eye opening to me. Allowing me to see and experience the responsibility, challenges, and team work it takes to make it all possible. These experiences will be something that I can take with me through the journey of vet school and the near future. I really enjoyed my time working there and it wouldn’t have been possible without the help from Jess and her family too. Jess is always willing to help out in any way possible and it was much appreciated! - Abbi W.

I am currently attending the University of Findlay. I am a senior with a concentration in animal science and a minor in American Sign Language. I will be graduating in the spring of 2025 then hope to move back to the Dayton area to work on a farm and further my education and experience. Prior to college and my internship, I previously was involved in 4H for 12 years and show multiple different livestock throughout those years. During the summer of 2024, I was the summer intern at Carroll Creek Farms. During the summer I was fortunate to gai a lot of experience and knowledge that allowed me to heighten my animal husbandry skills and my knowledge of animals. I learned the agricultural business aspect of running a farm, selling products to the public, marketing services, etc. As I worked with the animals, I examined them for illness, administered vaccines, herded them to new pastures, kept up on daily health procedure like hoof trimming, placed ID tags, monitored feed and medicines when required, as well as helped to maintain the property and upkeep of the barns. I also gained experience operating different machinery, moving and loading livestock, and hauling livestock. -Faith P