Community Gardens Intern
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, United States
Position Summary
The Community Gardens Intern will support the North Carolina Botanical Garden’s Community Gardens Program, which includes two sites on the UNC–Chapel Hill campus: the Carolina Community Garden and Edible Campus UNC. These programs promote sustainable agriculture, food access, and experiential learning. Interns will engage in garden maintenance—planting, weeding, harvesting, watering, composting, and mowing—gaining experience in summer organic vegetable production and sustainable gardening practices. The role also supports distribution efforts and learns how community gardens address food insecurity and promote equitable access to fresh, healthy food.
This internship is primarily outdoors and physically active, with some computer‑based work supporting program communication and outreach, including assistance with social media. Interns will gain experience in team‑based collaboration, independent task management, and interacting with community members, volunteers, and campus partners in a public‑facing program.
Develop foundational skills in organic vegetable production and pollinator‑friendly gardening
Gain experience managing edible landscapes in community settings
Strengthen communication, time management, and problem‑solving skills
Contribute meaningfully to food access and distribution efforts on campus
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Graduation from high school and some experience in horticultural work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
May require North Carolina pesticide license or North Carolina commercial driver’s license.
Management Preferences
Interest in and enthusiasm for sustainable agriculture, community gardens, food access, and/or community engagement.
Experience and comfort working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with people of varying ages and backgrounds.
Willingness to work both independently and as part of a team.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Ability to perform physically demanding work, including bending, stooping, kneeling, and operating equipment such as a lawn mower.
Ability to work outdoors in summer sun, heat, and humidity, with exposure to natural elements such as mosquitoes and fire ants.
Ability to lift, move, or maneuver up to 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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The Community Gardens Intern will support the North Carolina Botanical Garden’s Community Gardens Program, which includes two sites on the UNC–Chapel Hill campus: the Carolina Community Garden and Edible Campus UNC. These programs promote sustainable agriculture, food access, and experiential learning. Interns will engage in garden maintenance—planting, weeding, harvesting, watering, composting, and mowing—gaining experience in summer organic vegetable production and sustainable gardening practices. The role also supports distribution efforts and learns how community gardens address food insecurity and promote equitable access to fresh, healthy food.
This internship is primarily outdoors and physically active, with some computer‑based work supporting program communication and outreach, including assistance with social media. Interns will gain experience in team‑based collaboration, independent task management, and interacting with community members, volunteers, and campus partners in a public‑facing program.
Develop foundational skills in organic vegetable production and pollinator‑friendly gardening
Gain experience managing edible landscapes in community settings
Strengthen communication, time management, and problem‑solving skills
Contribute meaningfully to food access and distribution efforts on campus
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Graduation from high school and some experience in horticultural work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
May require North Carolina pesticide license or North Carolina commercial driver’s license.
Management Preferences
Interest in and enthusiasm for sustainable agriculture, community gardens, food access, and/or community engagement.
Experience and comfort working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with people of varying ages and backgrounds.
Willingness to work both independently and as part of a team.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Ability to perform physically demanding work, including bending, stooping, kneeling, and operating equipment such as a lawn mower.
Ability to work outdoors in summer sun, heat, and humidity, with exposure to natural elements such as mosquitoes and fire ants.
Ability to lift, move, or maneuver up to 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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