Land to Table Farm Student

Seabird Island Band•Kent, BC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Seabird Island is committed to fostering health and wellness within our community. We are dedicated to creating a culturally safe and inclusive environment that respects and values Indigenous knowledge, traditions, and ways of being. We are seeking a Land to Table Farm Student to join our team, working collaboratively to enhance farming operations and receiving training opportunities to students interested in agriculture, sustainability, environmental science, or land-based work. Under the direction of the Acting Holistic Nutrition Wellness Lead, the Land to Table Farm Student provides culturally informed support for day-to-day operations on the Tém:éxw li te Letam Farm during the peak growing season. This role involves hands-on and outdoors, focusing on crop production, field maintenance, and general farm upkeep. The Land to Table Farm Assistant will also engage in community relations activities to support clients and the community. This is a term position with an end date of August 28th, with possibility of extension.

Requirements

Interest in agriculture, sustainability, food systems, or outdoor work.
Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting (20-40 lbs), bending, kneeling, and working in varying weather conditions.
Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a small team.
Must be eligible to work in Canada.
Submission of a clear Criminal Record Check.

Nice To Haves

No prior farm experience required: training provided.

Responsibilities

Assist with seeding, transplanting, and preparing planting beds.
Perform weeding, watering, mulching, pruning, trellising, and pest monitoring to support healthy crop growth.
Harvest vegetables, fruits, or herbs according to quality standards; wash, sort, and pack produce for sale or storage.
Help with composting, soil amendments, and basic field preparation.
Set up, monitor, and adjust irrigation systems; hand-water crops as needed.
Safely operate basic farm tools (hand tools, wheelbarrows, small equipment) and assist with routine cleaning and maintenance.
Support upkeep of farm structures, fencing, pathways, and storage areas.
Help with produce washing, packing, labelling, and organizing.
Provide culturally informed support for day-to-day operations on the farm.
Engage in community relations activities to support clients and the community.