Title: Summer Program Assistant
Location: New Britain
Dates: 6/2-8/8 with some flexiblity
Hours: 32-38/week Mon-Fri, with the possibility of one or two weekend days over the summer.
ROOTS is seeking an intern to serve as a Summer Programs Assistant from June through August. The Program Assistant will work in all facets of our summer programming and in partnership with our summer staff.
The candidate will have the following responsibilities;
Farm To Summer School (25%)
Farmers Markets (25%)
City Growers – Youth Employment (25%)
Community Fridge Program (25%)
The Program Assistant will work directly with and be supervised by ROOTS' Program Manager, Jenna Van Donselaar. They will be expected to attend weekly staff meetings to discuss their progress, goals, and outcomes. The successful candidate will be someone who enjoys working with others outdoors. Candidates that have a passion for food and social justice will especially enjoy this experience.
The successful intern will gain valuable experience in community engagement; organizational skills; urban agriculture and gardening, communication, and youth development. Interns will gain the experience of working in a small non-profit setting.
Students interested in Public Health, Earth/Environmental Sciences, Agriculture/Horticulture, Sustainability, Education, Food justice, Community Development, or Social Sciences would be a great fit for the organization.
Intern must be comfortable working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. Experience working with youth and/or children preferred.
All ASF Scholars will recieve an email with the access code and instructions on how to apply through the scholarship portal. If you have any questions about your eligiblity or the application you can contact Heather Hokunson at hhokunson@asfdn.org, 860-612-4291 or by text.