The Youth Horticulture Project (YHP), a program of University of Vermont Extension, offers the opportunity to experience working with youth and learning about organic gardening/farming. People taking part in an internship with YHP are a vital part of the program and are expected to be active in both farming and working with youth.
The goal of the program is to use horticulture as a vehicle for developing the life skills of young people. Programs take place on our 1 acre farm in Brattleboro, VT, and provide the opportunity for youth to develop life and job skills such as communication, teambuilding, and leadership. Our programs aim to improve the lives of the young people that we work with and the communities in which they live.
Interns are expected to have and to model a solid work ethic, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work as a member of a team. If time allows, interns will also have the opportunity to work in areas that reflect the intern's interests as they relate to the program. This is a great summer opportunity for an Antioch grad student looking to fulfill a practicum or a college student looking for more agricultural education experience.
Internship Details
The Crew Leader intern will work with a crew of approximately 6 youth to maintain the farm, work at the local Farmers' Market, facilitate workshops for youth, and supervise community service work, as well as work on farm-based projects.
Responsibilities will include:
Working with youth in small groups on the farm and in the community
Helping to implement garden and nutrition-based youth programs
Greenhouse and garden work
Staffing display table and managing youth at local farmers market
Taking part in staff meetings to plan programming
Schedule and Hours:
Start date is flexible, though ideally interns will start in early June, finishing any time after August 24th. In July and August, interns are expected to work Tuesday through Thursday, 8:30 am 4 pm (approximately 23 hours per week). The schedule is flexible in June, and number of hours are flexible during that time as well. A stipend will be available.
Please direct all phone calls and emails to the contact information below. If you are interested in applying for the above internship, please submit your cover letter, resume, and 2 references to:
Amy Niemczura
802-257-7967 ext. 19
aniemczu@uvm.edu