2011 DeLaney Programs Internship

We are looking for motivated seasonal interns with a passion for urban farming, community building, efficiency, and sustainability and a willingness to do hard work in all kinds of weather. Sustained energy is essential to the farm’s success. It is an opportunity to learn hands-on, but you will learn the most as someone who is committed to your own education as a learner.

The Farm Programs and Outreach Intern will work with the Farm Programs and Outreach Coordinator closely on activities that include, but are not limited to:

• Design, implement, and attend WIC Taste-Testing Demonstrations & Nutrition Clinics
• Maintain and help develop a recipe & nutrition database
• Write a weekly blog, including seasonal recipes and updates of farm activities
• Aid in weekly administration duties
• Fundraising & grant research, writing, and implementation
• Maintain shareholder “work log” book; track hours, update shareholders
• Supervise youth, adult, and community workgroups and volunteers
• Provide educational tours

Will work with the Operations Coordinator on activities that include, but are not limited to:

• Seed or transplant, cultivate, and vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other crops using organic practices
• Harvest, clean, divide and distribute produce to shareholders
• Turn, build, and manage the compost system

Skills Needed:

• Well organized, self-motivated, attention to detail and flexible
• Ability to do outdoor, physically demanding work
• High comfort level in diverse settings and diverse communities
• Nutrition background preferred
• Willingness to collaborate with DUG staff, Farm Staff, other interns, shareholders and community groups

Benefits:

• Training in organic agriculture, program administration, grant research, and community outreach
• Working for an organization that benefits diverse communities
• Possible credit towards course work
• Free organic produce
• Stipend
• NO HOUSING OFFERED

Click here for more information, including how to apply.