At Ponix Farms, innovation and passion for sustainable agriculture are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we’re thrilled to introduce our newest group of interns—our Spring cohort of Smart Farming Associates! These talented students from HBCUs across the country are bringing fresh ideas and energy to our team, and we couldn’t be more excited to have them on board.
This internship program, made possible with the support of the Propel Center, is part of our commitment to empowering young people with the knowledge, skills, and resources to make a lasting impact in their communities. With many HBCUs located in food deserts, we see engaging HBCU students as a powerful opportunity to shape the future of farming and drive positive change in the food system.
Meet the Interns
Our Spring cohort features five outstanding students who are ready to dive into the world of tech-enabled farming and make a real difference in the field of agriculture.
🌱 Bashaar Fils | Research & Program Associate | @MorehouseCollege
Bashaar is dedicated to advancing research that supports innovation in sustainable farming practices. He will be working closely with our team to develop new strategies that drive progress in hydroponic and climate-smart agriculture.
🔧 Jayden Hall | Engineering Associate | @MorehouseCollege
Jayden’s passion for engineering meets sustainable farming as he works on optimizing hydroponic systems. His focus will be on designing scalable and efficient solutions that make farming operations smoother and more sustainable.
🚀 Jazlyn Jones | Ag Tech Associate | @SpelmanCollege
As an Ag Tech Associate, Jazlyn will integrate new agricultural technologies to enhance our farming practices. From exploring cutting-edge tools to implementing innovative solutions, Jazlyn is ready to help pave the way for the future of ag-tech.
💻 Pharaoh Freer | Computer Science Associate | @CheyneyUniversity
Pharaoh’s expertise in computer science will play a key role in our data-driven farming processes. He will work on developing software and systems that streamline data management and optimize operational efficiency.
📢 Trinity Royal | Marketing Associate | @SpelmanCollege
Connecting with our community and raising awareness of our mission is Trinity’s focus. She will be crafting marketing strategies that highlight the impact of Ponix Farms and inspire others to join the movement toward a more sustainable food future.
Fostering the Next Generation of Farmers
Our interns are joining us at an exciting time, as tech-enabled farming continues to shape the future of agriculture. By equipping them with hands-on experience and mentorship, we’re fostering the next generation of farmers, innovators, and community leaders.
We’re incredibly grateful to the Propel Center for their continued support in helping us recruit such a talented and diverse group of students. We believe that investing in young leaders is key to building resilient and sustainable food systems that benefit everyone.
Stay tuned as our Smart Farming Associates share their stories and showcase their projects throughout the season!