Urban Agriculture Internship

Interns will work alongside Alemany Farm managers helping in all aspects of growing food and maintaining the 3.5 acre organic farm dedicated to food security and community education. The Urban Agriculture interns will learn and support in organic farming production including: greenhouse work, irrigation, bed preparation and soil fertility management, weeding, pest and disease control, harvest and post-harvest handling, and fruit tree care. You will also help manage volunteer days by leading small groups of volunteers in farm tasks as well as various other projects as needed.

As an Urban Agriculture Intern, YOU ARE:

• Responsible, self-motivated, organized and comfortable working independently and in groups
• Interested in organic and sustainable farming/gardening practices and food (prior experience a plus but not required)
• Interested in food security and food justice
• Physically capable of lifting over 30 lbs and various other physical tasks including bending, kneeling, digging, etc., and comfortable working outside in various temperature and weather conditions
• Competent communication and time management skills
• Comfortable interacting with people from different backgrounds and cultures
• Bi-lingual or proficient in Spanish, Cantonese or Mandarin is preferable but not required

Availability Requirement: Internships are unpaid. The Urban Agriculture Internships are 9-14 hours a week (depending on arrangement) for 12-16 weeks, within the following schedule: Mondays 12:30 – 5 pm, Wednesdays 10 am – 3 pm, and Fridays 10 am – 4 pm. Weekend hours may also be available upon arrangement. Summer internships may be shorter to accommodate school schedules.