UT Farm Stand Market Student Assistant

The University of Texas at Austin•Austin, UT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The UT Farm Stand Market Student Assistant supports the University of Texas at Austin’s mission to promote a local and sustainable food system. The role focuses on market operations and offers hands-on experience in local food systems, event planning, sustainable retail practices, and community engagement. Market Assistants help operate the biweekly UT Farm Stand market through setup and takedown, vendor coordination, customer service, and on-site troubleshooting. They also support product ordering and inventory, campus outreach and marketing, sales data analysis, and related events. The position primarily focuses on market programming, with possible opportunities to contribute to zero-waste and garden activities. The position is for students enrolled at UT Austin who can work a full semester. No prior experience is required; the posting seeks applicants willing to work hard and passionate about sustainability. Work is in person, primarily at outdoor markets and events in campus gardens, with some office work in the Sustainability Student Office. Outdoor work may involve varying weather conditions. The role may require frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials generally weighing up to 25–40 pounds, with or without accommodation. The schedule is primarily Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., with occasional weekend shifts based on business needs, for up to 15 hours per week. Compensation is $13.00 per hour.

Requirements

Must be enrolled as a student at the University of Texas at Austin.
Must be available to work a full semester in the position.
Willingness to work hard and passion for sustainability.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Submit a resume/CV and letter of interest.

Responsibilities

Improve the efficiency of UT Farm Stand’s market operations and logistics.
Assist with product ordering, inventory, and vendor coordination.
Set up and run the biweekly UT Farm Stand market, including customer service and sales.
Attend weekly meetings related to market planning and UT Farm Stand programs.
Assist with outreach to campus partners and departments to promote the market and sustainability goals.
Maintain and expand UT Farm Stand’s social media and campus presence through targeted market promotions.
Support the planning and execution of market-related events and campaigns.
Create marketing materials to advertise the market and educate the UT community on local and sustainable food systems.
Help with market setup and takedown, vendor coordination, customer engagement, and on-site troubleshooting.
Contribute to sales data analysis.