Other Internship Opportunities

We are seeking a creative, energetic, and organized Program Coordinator to lead and grow our Garden Club program, a vibrant garden club for K-12 students that uses hands-on arts and crafts as an engaging way to teach nutrition education, agriculture, and horticulture. The ideal candidate is passionate about youth education, sustainability, the arts, agriculture/horticulture, and commUnity impact. This role combines direct program facilitation with website management, grant writing, and fundraising to expand the program’s reach.

Project Location: Triangle, NC

Project Level: Entry Level

Project Type

Internship

Skills Desired

Genuine passion for children’s nutrition, agriculture, horticulture, gardening, environmental education, and the arts, Experience working with or teaching K-12 students, Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills, Experience with grant writing and/or nonprofit fundraising, Knowledge of nutrition, sustainable gardening, agriculture, or horticulture education, Graphic design skills, Familiarity with social media for promoting educational or commUnity programs

Intern Responsibilities

• Program Planning & Facilitation
• Website Design & Maintenance
• Grant Writing & Research
• Fundraising & Development

Project Deliverables

• Regular, high-quality Garden Club sessions delivered to K-12 students with engaging arts-and-crafts-based lessons in nutrition, agriculture, and horticulture
• A professional, visually appealing, and regularly updated website
• Successful grant applications and reports that secure new funding for program expansion and sustainability
• Effective fundraising campaigns and donor relationships that increase financial support for the program
• Comprehensive program documentation
• Strong partnerships with local schools, commUnity centers, and organizations 

Unpaid internship

Comments:

flexible schedule; mix of remote planning and in-person work in the Triangle area

Contact Information

For more information about this project, please contact:
Makeda Ma'at
growtolifeorg@gmail.com

We are seeking an EcoStudio intern to help launch a sustainable CommUnity Supported Agriculture (CSA) program called “Fresh Fields Food Access.” The program will sell fresh produce boxes to anyone in the commUnity while specifically targeting and making them affordable for EBT (SNAP) holders through subsidized pricing and direct EBT payment acceptance. Boxes will feature seasonal, locally grown produce from North Carolina farmers using sustainable practices, supporting environmental goals such as reduced food miles, lower carbon emissions, and minimized waste. The program will offer monthly distributions to provide consistent access to nutritious foods, with revenue from general sales helping sustain operations and expand access for low-income families.

Project Location: Triad, NC

Project Level: Entry Level

Project Type

Internship

Skills Desired

Project management, grant writing, fundraising, commUnity outreach, basic tech setup (payment systems), bilingual Spanish-speaking abilities (preferred, to support outreach to diverse commUnity members), interest in sustainable food systems, food justice, or environmental equity. No prior experience required—training and support will be provided.

Intern Responsibilities

•  Research and build partnerships with 3–5 local sustainable farmers to secure a reliable supply of seasonal produce.
• Set up and test an EBT machine/system, ensuring compliance and smooth integration for EBT payments (including exploration of matching incentive programs if available).
• Develop inclusive outreach strategies: create marketing materials and campaigns to attract general commUnity members while targeting EBT-eligible households through partnerships with food pantries, WIC programs and commUnity centers.
• Design and manage efficient box packing and delivery logistics using eco-friendly materials and low-emission transportation methods (e.g., consolidated routes or pickup points).
• Pilot the program with a mixed group of 20–50 participants (both general and EBT users), collect feedback, track key metrics (sales, EBT usage, participant satisfaction, environmental impact), and refine processes for full launch.
• Create simple nutrition resources (e.g., recipes or meal ideas) to include in boxes for all participants.
• Research and build partnerships with 3–5 local sustainable farmers to secure a reliable supply of seasonal produce.  
• Set up and test an EBT machine/system, ensuring compliance and smooth integration for EBT payments (including exploration of matching incentive programs if available).  
• Develop inclusive outreach strategies: create marketing materials and campaigns to attract general commUnity members while targeting EBT-eligible households through partnerships with food pantries, WIC programs and commUnity centers.  
• Design and manage efficient box packing and delivery logistics using eco-friendly materials and low-emission transportation methods (e.g., consolidated routes or pickup points).  
• Pilot the program with a mixed group of 20–50 participants (both general and EBT users), collect feedback, track key metrics (sales, EBT usage, participant satisfaction, environmental impact), and refine processes for full launch.  
• Create simple nutrition resources (e.g., recipes or meal ideas) to include in boxes for all participants.
• Develop social media content, marketing materials, and promotional campaigns to raise awareness, attract donors/partners, and engage the commUnity. 
• Research and draft grant proposals and fundraising projects to secure funding for program sustainability and growth.  

Project Deliverables

• Established partnerships with at least 3–5 local sustainable farmers, including signed supply agreements.
• Fully operational EBT payment system, tested and trained for staff use.
• Comprehensive outreach plan with marketing materials and targeted campaigns for EBT holders.
• Logistics framework for box packing, assembly, and delivery/pickup.
• Successful pilot CSA program with 20–50 participants, including data on participation, EBT usage, and feedback.
• 'Established partnerships with at least 3–5 local sustainable farmers, including signed supply agreements.
• Fully operational EBT payment system, tested and trained for staff use.
• Comprehensive outreach plan with marketing materials and targeted campaigns for EBT holders.
• Logistics framework for box packing, assembly, and delivery/pickup.
• Successful pilot CSA program with 20–50 participants, including data on participation, EBT usage, and feedback.
• A portfolio of social media posts, flyers, and promotional materials used to boost program visibility.
• At least 2–3 draft grant proposals submitted or ready for submission.
• At least 2-3 fundraising projects designed and executed.
• Final report summarizing results, metrics (e.g., environmental impact estimates), and recommendations for scaling.

Unpaid internship

Contact Information

For more information about this project, please contact:
Makeda Ma'at
growtolifeorg@gmail.com