2007

Denver Urban Gardens

Internship Position - Program Intern

 

Agency Mission:

 

Denver Urban Gardens (DUG) is a nonprofit organization, dedicated to building community, one urban garden at a time.  Denver Urban Gardens has built and currently manages over 60 community gardens, small parks and the DeLaney Community Farm.  We strongly believe that gardens are not only a source of inexpensive food for urban people, but also a place of connection to develop community, promote healthy living, develop skills and empower individuals to strengthen and beautify their communities.

 

We are looking for motivated interns with a sincere interest in community building and willingness to work hard.  DUG, like the vegetables in each garden is a small organization in the process of growing and developing.  The energy and motivation of the staff and intern team is essential to DUGÕs success.

 

Job Description:

The Program Intern will be responsible for helping with program coordination, distribution of materials, event planning, office needs and general office and field projects.

 

Responsibilities include:

á       Assist with program administration for programs including the Free Seed and Transplant Program and the Master Composter Program,

á       Assist with development and distribution of DUG publications and outreach materials,

á       Assist with grant research, grant writing and materials coordination,

á       Help with community building and education events,

á       Assist with office coordination including fielding requests for garden spots and other questions,

á       Update the community resource database,

á       Help with general field work including garden improvements and work days,

á       Assist with general office work.

 

Skills Needed:

á       Willingness to help with a variety of programs and tasks.

á       Well organized and self-motivated.

á       Willingness to collaborate with staff, community gardeners and other interns.

á       Comfortable in diverse settings and diverse communities.

á       Prefer college juniors, seniors, or graduates.

á       Spanish language skills desired, but not required.

Benefits:

á       Helping to connect communities with garden resources/programs.

á       Broad experience in a grassroots non-profit.

á       Training in office management skills, program administration, publications development and writing, grant research and writing, public relations and outreach.

á       Working for an organization that benefits DenverÕs diverse communities.

á       Possibility of stipend.

 

Timeframe for Internship:

Spring/Summer internship runs April-August with a 10-12 hour per week commitment.  Fall and Winter internships require a three-month commitment with an 8-12 hour per week commitment.  Internship can take place year-round.

 

To Apply:

Deadlines are as follows or open until filled: March 20 (Spring/Summer: Start April 1), August 12 (Fall: Start September 1), and December 9 (Winter: Start January 10). 

 

Please send a cover letter and resume to Denver Urban Gardens, 3377 Blake St, Suite 113, Denver, CO 80205 or email to lisa@dug.org.  For more information, please look online at www.dug.org or call 303-292-9900.