Farm Internship

About the role

Eliada is seeking motivated and dependable Farm Interns interested in gaining hands-on experience in sustainable agriculture, horticulture, and nonprofit work. Interns will work alongside Eliada staff to maintain the farm and greenhouses while learning practical skills in a supportive, mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities

Depending on the season and farm needs, interns may:

• Plant, water, weed, maintain, and harvest crops
• Prepare garden beds and assist with soil health
• Help with farm and garden maintenance
• Assist with harvesting produce
• Use and maintain basic hand tools safely
• Support seasonal farm projects and volunteer workdays
• Assist with educational or community activities connected to the farm
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe

Qualifications

Previous farming or gardening experience is required. We are looking for people who are comfortable working with plants or in greenhouses.

Skills

We are looking for someone who is:

• Dependable and able to commit to at least 10 hours per week
• A good listener who is comfortable following directions and asking questions
• Comfortable working independently and alongside others
• Interested in agriculture, horticulture, environmental stewardship, education, or nonprofit work
• Comfortable performing physical, hands-on work
• Able to lift and carry 50lbs

Gain

This internship provides hands-on experience with:

• Sustainable farming and gardening practices
• Crop production and seasonal farm work
• Soil health and garden maintenance
• Harvest practices
• Farm safety and tool use
• Agriculture within a nonprofit and community setting

Schedule

Start and end dates are flexible and will be determined based on the intern's availability, school requirements, and Eliada's seasonal farm needs.