Somerset-Hayward Youth Enterprise Farm
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Opportunity Type
Internship
Industry Cluster
Agriculture
Grade Level
High School (9-12)
Start Date
1/1/2025
End Date
12/31/2025
Location
In-Person at Provider's Facility
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About the Organization and Opportunity
Organization: Southside Community Land Trust supports Rhode Islanders to have ownership and power over food systems that offer culturally familiar, locally produced, affordable, and healthy food by working toward equitable access to land and markets, providing education, and fostering opportunities to grow food in environmentally sustainable ways.
Opportunity: Participants will learn about urban farm management and sustainable agriculture through workshops, policy and advocacy sessions, and green industry exposure. At our Somerset-Hayward Youth Enterprise Farm in Providence and Galego Community Farm in Pawtucket, youth will engage in experiential learning, gaining practical skills applicable to diverse careers. Youth will participate in all aspects of farm operations, from soil preparation and planting to harvesting and postharvest handling.
Stipend/Incentive/Wages Earned: $17.00 per hour.
Lead Contact: Raffini
Phone Number: 401-516-5545
Email: raffini@southsideclt.org