CUESA (Center for Urban Education about Sustainable Agriculture) is a mission-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to cultivating a sustainable food system through the operation of farmers markets and educational programs. Founded in 1994, CUESA operates the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market and Mission Community Market in San Francisco and the Jack London Square Farmers Market in Oakland.

Overview of Position

The Foodwise Kids Intern will be responsible for helping to coordinate and co-teach CUESA’s Foodwise Kids program at the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Foodwise Kids is a culinary farmers market field trip program for visiting elementary school groups. The 2.5 hour program includes a lecture/discussion on produce and farmers, a comparative tasting, shopping in the market, and basic cooking demonstrations.

We are looking for one more intern this semester to join our amazing team of educators.

Duties

• Teach students about sustainable food systems in the farmers market and CUESA’s kitchen on Tuesdays and Thursdays
• Coordinate and schedule local teachers to attend the program
• Coordinate and schedule volunteers to assist with program
• Work with CUESA staff on program development and documentation
• Make suggestions for improvement of the educational experience
• Assist with miscellaneous Foodwise Kids tasks
• Other projects may be completed as agreed upon by the intern and CUESA

Skills and Qualifications

• Knowledge of/passion for cooking, nutrition, sustainable agriculture, and farmers markets
• Desire to work with children and comfort with large groups (prior experience a plus)
• A friendly, outgoing nature; excellent oral communication and customer service skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Google Drive
• Reliability, punctuality, and the ability to work well with others

Hours and Duration

15 hours per week, August 29–December 19, 2019. The intern must be available to work Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. on site, with the option for remote work to be arranged.

Terms

The Foodwise Kids Intern reports to the Education Program Coordinator. CUESA will provide training as needed. This is an unpaid internship, but the rewards are many, such as learning about sustainable food systems, becoming familiar with the farmers’ market, gaining teaching experience, occasional fresh produce, discounts to CUESA events, and exposure to the nonprofit working environment.

CUESA does not discriminate in employment, including on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, physical ability, age, parental status, or military service.