Farmer Technical Assistance Intern - New Roots

International Rescue Committee • Salt Lake, UT

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About The Position

The Farmer Technical Assistance Intern supports New Roots, a program that connects refugees with community garden and farm sites across Salt Lake Valley. The program helps families share agricultural skills, produce supplementary food, connect with their communities, and access health, nutrition, and educational services.

The intern supports small-scale and beginning farmers through market operations, client services, and agricultural business development. Work includes helping organize educational events and continuing education workshops, conducting on-site field work, providing technical assistance and direct client support, and contributing to digital system improvements and documentation. The internship requires 15–20 hours per week for 10–12 weeks, with flexible scheduling that includes some evenings and Saturdays. The internship is unpaid; mileage reimbursement is available for use of a personal vehicle, and eligible interns may receive a nominal per diem reimbursement under current intern policies.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, or have graduated less than six months ago.
• Motivated, creative, flexible, and able to work independently.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, and ability to work as part of a team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and comfort working with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Valid driver’s license, active insurance policy, and access to reliable transportation.
• Ability to work outside in variable weather conditions and lift 30 pounds.
• Must complete an IRC background check and all related orientations and trainings.

Nice To Haves

• Background in nutrition, public health, health promotion, social work, or environmental and sustainability studies, with gardening, farming, or business operations experience, or a desire to learn.

Responsibilities

• Participate in and coordinate seasonal farmers market operations, including benefits distribution, vendor participation, space allocations, and logistics.
• Help organize workshops and events, including invitations and coordination with interpreters and speakers.
• Collaborate with the team and shadow colleagues to learn about farming business operations.
• Assist the Senior Specialist with infrastructure projects and record keeping.
• Support client case management by taking notes during business planning meetings and managing a caseload of clients.
• Identify resources, workshops, and technical assistance suited to farmers’ individual goals.
• Provide logistical and administrative support for program operations and project completion.
• Connect clients with emergency food assistance resources.
• Keep documents updated in a timely manner.
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement when using a personal vehicle.
• Eligible interns receive a nominal per diem reimbursement aligned with current intern reimbursement policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed