About the Job
The Farm at Trinity Health Oakland
Oakland
Pontiac
$15 per hour for up to 20 weeks
Local Food Support System
Full Time
Job Description
The Henderson Food is Medicine Internship Program supports The Farm at Trinity Health Oakland. This paid internship, scheduled 40 hours per week for up to 20 weeks, is an integral part of Trinity Health's Food is Medicine Programs.
The Farm works to grow a healthy community by empowering people through food, education, and relationships. Our interns learn sustainable agriculture practices; how to interact with community members of all backgrounds; communication skills; and educational material development.
The Agriculture and Community Health Intern will grow and learn in a variety of meaningful ways:
- Actively participate in all aspects of sustainable vegetable production, the Farm Share, and additional programming needs
- Work with Farm volunteers of all ages
- Develop and implement supplemental educational offerings (e.g., cooking classes, recipe samples)
- Create educational materials to accompany vegetables distributed to clinics and Farm Share members (e.g., vegetable storage tips, information about Farm programming, healthy recipes)
Recruiting for the 2025 we are offering two specialties. Please indicate in your application which specialty you are interested in:
Farming specialty:
- In-depth crop production
- Integrated pest management
Education specialty:
- Assist with and run youth education programs such as classes and summer camp
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE
- Education: High school diploma or current enrollment in college courses
- Experience: Experience creating healthy recipes and coming up with educational offerings for a diverse audience is preferred.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
About the Employer
The Farm at Trinity Health provides community-centered food programs designed to improve health equity while investing in the local food system. The Farm is a part of a larger Trinity Health Food is Medicine initiative to address nutrition insecurity while improving health equity in our communities.