Intern for Winrock International

Intern, Sustainable and Equitable Food Systems, Winrock International

Arlington, VA

BACKGROUND:

The Wallace Center has been a key organization in fostering a more sustainable food and agricultural system in the U.S. since 1983. Today, the Wallace Center is focused on expanding and accelerating the expansion of sustainable and community-based food systems throughout the U.S., with a vision to bring more good food—healthy, green, fair, affordable food—to more people. Wallace Center is doing this through business models and social networking that bridge the gaps between producers, consumers, non-profit organizations, government, and for-profit food companies; in order to “scale up” good food distribution beyond the direct marketing realm to wholesale and traditional food outlets (e.g., food service, institutions etc.). Another project provides technical assistance and capacity building for limited resource and historically disadvantaged farmers and farmer groups to meet local market demand in the Deep South. Another project provides technical assistance, training, and fosters a community of practice with WK Kellogg Foundation Food and Community Grantees to support the growth and development of community based value chains. These initiatives and others serve to move forward sustainable and equitable food systems across the country.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This internship is focused on supporting the Deep South and WKKF projects described above. The Intern will provide support to outreach, technical assistance provision, research, conferences, events, and meetings, and communications. This position offers the successful candidate a diverse and meaningful experience in the area of food systems with a dynamic and leading organization in the field. 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide support on management of grantees, consultants, and contractors.
• Provide support to Wallace Center events and meetings.
• Provide support on project evaluation.
• Provide staff support for travel.
• Provide meeting support including coordinating meetings and note taking.
• Assist in the maintenance of Wallace Center project files, websites and social media.
• Communicate with wide range of stakeholders working in food systems and market-based change.

• Assist with research as needed.

• Assist with targeted outreach to local, state, and national organizations and research institutions to identify relevant materials and contacts.
• Other duties as required. 

QUALIFICATIONS AND BACKGROUND:

Education:          MA/MS or BA/BS degree in food systems, business, journalism, communications, policy, research, or related field. 

Experience:        Past coursework, internship, work, or volunteer experience in food systems and food research, program development or communications. Experience working with those with limited food access and/or disadvantaged populations is a plus. 

SALARY:  Internships are paid based upon experience level.

START DATE:  ASAP, March 1, 2013 ideal

END DATE:  August 31, 2013 (with the possibility to extend)

APPLICATIONS:

Applicants may go to Winrock’s Job Page at www.winrock.org to complete an online application, submit a current resume and cover letter by February 22, 2013. Winrock International is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.