Are you passionate about food systems, child nutrition, and community health? Mississippi Farm to School Network (MF2SN) is thrilled to offer an exciting paid Youth Programs & Planning Internship! Whether you're a recent college graduate, a current college student, or a dedicated advocate for community food systems and child nutrition, this internship offers an incredible opportunity to gain leadership experience while contributing to meaningful change in Mississippi.

What You’ll Gain:

Hands-on experience in community organizing, team development, and the basics of grant writing.

A chance to develop leadership and facilitation skills that will expand your future employment opportunities.

The opportunity to help MF2SN expand our network and innovate programs focused on community health and equity.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Correspond with schools and local partners statewide.

Offer creative ideas for grant proposals and program development.

Strengthen statewide policy tracking on equity and food systems projects.

Assist with outreach efforts, including social media promotions.

Internship Requirements:

Understanding of Mississippi’s local landscape and the challenges facing our food system.

Basic computer skills, experience with Google and/or Microsoft Suite.

Strong communication, time management, and teamwork skills.

Willingness to learn and contribute at meetings.

Internship Details:

Location: Remote (must live in Mississippi)

Time Commitment: Minimum of 10 hours per month

Term: 5 months

$500 stipend paid at the end of each month

Interested? Please send your resume and cover letter to umi@mississippifarmtoschool.org to apply.

Don’t miss this chance to make a lasting impact on Mississippi’s food systems while building invaluable skills for your future!

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