Urban Agriculture Internship

Application Deadline: May 9, 2025

Duration: May 15 – August 31, 2025

Compensation: $15.00/hour

Hours: 20 hours per week

Position Overview

The Urban Agriculture Internship is a hands-on opportunity to grow your skills in urban food systems, sustainable agriculture, community engagement, and neighborhood development. Based at Victory Garden Initiative’s urban farm in Milwaukee’s Harambee neighborhood, this experience blends education with real-world practice in one of the city’s most vibrant and resilient communities.

Interns will gain valuable experience in all aspects of urban farming, including crop planning and production, composting, pest and disease management, farmstand support, and volunteer coordination. This is a great opportunity for individuals passionate about food justice, sustainability, and working directly with community members.

Learning Opportunities & Responsibilities

As an intern, you will:

• Collaborate with the Farm Manager to plan and implement food production throughout the season

• Assist with compost production and soil management

• Plan, plant, irrigate, and harvest crops

• Harvest, clean, and pack produce for our community Farmstand

• Support and maintain permaculture and pollinator plantings

• Help with seasonal preparations and farm planning projects

• Lead small groups of volunteers during community workdays

• Provide tours of the Victory Garden Urban Farm

Qualifications

We’re looking for someone who:

• Enjoys physical, outdoor work (including lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, and standing for long periods)

• Is comfortable working in a variety of weather conditions (excluding extreme or hazardous weather)

• Values multicultural awareness and works respectfully across diverse communities

• Has strong communication and teamwork skills

• Can manage multiple tasks and work independently

• Is flexible, adaptable, and ready to jump into a wide range of tasks

• Has an interest in food systems, agriculture, permaculture, climate change, or sustainability

• (Bonus) Has experience or coursework in biology, agriculture, environmental studies, or natural resources

How to Apply

To apply, please send your cover letter and resume to: helpusgrow@victorygardeninitiative.org

**Please include the position title in the subject line**

Equal Opportunity Statement

Victory Garden Initiative is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit and hire qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

We strongly encourage individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences to apply—especially those with a deep connection to the Harambee neighborhood and the greater Milwaukee community.

Farmhouse (office): 249 E. Concordia Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53212
Urban Farm: 220 E. Concordia Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53212
Website: www.victorygardeninitiative.org
Phone: 414-209-4070