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This job expired on August 30, 2020

2 Paid Intern Positions Living Hope Farm

  • Date Posted July 01, 2020
  • Location Harleysville, PA
  • Category Agriculture / Nonprofit
  • Job type Full-Time
Company description
Living Hope Farm (LHF) is a small not-for-profit farm located about 20 miles northwest of Philadelphia on 40 acres of mixed fields, pasture and woodland in Harleysville, PA. Each year, we provide fresh fruits, vegetables, eggs, and poultry to over 300 families. At LHF we pride ourselves in following organic farming practices, caring for the land around us, educating the next generation of farmers while growing healthy food for the community. We also work with multiple food banks and charities to get nourishment to those who need it the most.
 
At LHF, we work rain, snow, and shine to get the job done. Although we are a non-profit, for any farm to be successful, workers must be quick and efficient. Therefore, we are looking for passionate candidates with a strong work-ethic and an interest in growing food that is more sustainable, more nutritious, and tastier than what you can find in the supermarket.
Internship description

Paid internship with on-site housing available.
Intern position #1 is starting immediately and through August
Intern position #2 is starting immediately through October

LHF is searching for applicants to complete the field crew for the 2020 season. These individuals will be responsible for many of the tasks related to fruit and vegetable farming, including weeding, harvesting, pruning, planting, irrigating, mowing, trellising, fertilizing, pest control, field clean-up, and more.

Part of our mission at LHF is educating budding farmers about the importance and details of organic food production, environmental stewardship, and participation in our local economy. Much of the learning occurs on the job during explanations of tasks and impromptu discussions with the managers and other experienced people. We also allow time for attendance of workshops with other farmers in the region.

Although the educational aspect is important, we do emphasize a quick, efficient, and thorough working pace throughout the season. For this reason we are looking for individuals with a strong work ethic, passionate in learning about the food system and small scale agriculture. Applicants can expect to work 40-55 hours per week, depending on the time of year.

Requirements-
● Be able to lift 50+ lbs
● Be a good team player & currently in USA
● Willing to work in all weather conditions
Having a valid driver's license is a plus, but not required.

Compensation this position is : hourly
Application instructions
This job expired on August 30, 2020
DeadlineJuly 18, 2020

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