Raleigh City Farm Internships

Raleigh City Farm has seasonal farm management internships that offer the opportunity to gain experience and diverse skills in sustainable, regenerative agriculture at a nonprofit urban farm.

FARM MANAGEMENT:

Working directly with the Farm Manager, Maria Williford, in all aspects of the farm including:

• Seeding and planting

• Cultivation

• Pest and weed management

• Irrigation

• Compost systems

• Harvest and post-harvest handling

• Quality control

• Sales and distribution

• Support for group volunteer workdays

• Overall site maintenance

REQUIREMENTS:

• ~20  hours per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays

• Highly motivated with the ability to work independently or as part of a team

• Ability to receive positive direction and constructive criticism

• Organization and time management skills

• Solid communication skills

ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL CONDITIONS: 

• Safely lifting and carrying items weighing more than 50 lbs. and operating farm equipment including wheelbarrows, pitch forks, other 

• Exposure to auto emission  and environmental allergens; please note any food/other allergies/health limitations

COMPENSATION:

• We offer a $1,000 stipend for the internship season; internship may also be eligible for course credit. Funding has been generously provided by the Jamie Kirk Hahn Foundation and Fund.

Seasonal Internship Dates

Our exact start and completion dates vary from year-to-year. The commitment is typically ~5 months*, as follows:

• Spring: January - May

• Summer: May - August

• Fall: August - December

*We are flexible on internship dates, especially in the summer season so please apply if you are interested.

To Apply

Send your resume to colleen@raleighcityfarm.org and tell us why this position excites you and what you hope to accomplish. Please note which semester (Spring, Summer, Fall) you’re applying for.