New Roots Support Intern- Federal Work Study Position (Graduate Student Wage)

Student Financial Services on behalf of the International Rescue Committee is accepting applications for a New Roots Support Intern. Candidates must be current graduate level UVA students who have requested and accepted their federal work study. This position will be located at 375 Greenbrier Dr Suite 200, Charlottesville, VA 22901. Background: The mission of the IRC is to help people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster, including the climate crisis, to survive, recover and gain control over their future. New Roots is the food and agriculture program of the International Rescue Committee in Charlottesville, and offers refugee and immigrant-centered initiatives spanning community gardening, small farm business development, and other community-building activities. New Roots Charlottesville is a multicultural community growing food together to build health, connection, and power. Scope of Work: As New Roots Program Support Intern, you will support the New... Roots community of refugee and immigrant urban farmers in diverse ways throughout the 2024-25 academic year. You will begin your internship by getting to know New Roots gardeners as you coordinate IRC?s annual interview-based participant surveys and assist with workdays and events on the farm. As you get to know the New Roots community, you will be invited to contribute your own skillsets and interests to a new project of your own design, or to support the New Roots staff team with emerging initiatives. Students of agriculture, development, anthropology, communications, architecture, engineering, language, art, and more are encouraged to consider this position. Past interns have specialized in community engagement, marketing, communications, social media, and farm systems. We encourage you to consider where your passion and experience intersects with our multi-cultural urban agriculture and food justice programs. Responsibilities: Serve as an enumerator for New Roots participant surveys and food security assessments Attend regular garden workdays in the field Design self-directed project(s) to benefit the New Roots community of refugee and immigrant farmers and gardeners Support the New Roots community through various opportunities such as garden site events, designs, and policies Assist New Roots gardeners with the annual garden application process Communicate with New Roots gardeners and community volunteers through various in-person and digital platforms Assist with administrative tasks as needed Record hours and submit a timesheet Requirements Attend IRC volunteer orientation Strong organizational skills, motivated, and able to work independently and in a team Reliable, responsible, punctual and professional Flexible and able to work in a fast-paced environment, willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions Comfortable working in a multicultural setting Fluent in English, Bilingual skills a plus Ability to communicate with limited English speakers and experience working with diverse communities Proficient user of Microsoft Suite Farming, gardening, or community organizing experience a plus Access to reliable transportation to garden sites across Charlottesville Availability for weekend and evening work Applicants are requested to work 10 hours per week. This is a paid position at a rate of $16.50 per hour. Graduate student applicants must be receiving and have accepted their federal work study offer. Interested students should submit a cover letter and resume for further consideration from the hiring manager. This position will begin August 27,2024 (or later) with an end date of May 9, 2025. The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician?s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information. In 1819, Thomas Jefferson founded the University of Virginia and inaugurated a bold experiment. Two centuries later, Jefferson?s vision thrives. Across Grounds - and throughout the world - UVA students, faculty, staff and alumni challenge convention, break barriers and pursue the greater good. The University of Virginia is made up of eleven schools and affiliated foundations in Charlottesville plus the College at Wise in Southwest Virginia. The University of Virginia Health System is a renowned academic medical center committed to providing outstanding patient care, educating tomorrow's health care leaders and discovering new and better ways to treat diseases. The University's Medical Center, School of Medicine and Physicians Group are recognized for their excellence in patient care, education and research. At UVA, we offer a rich collection benefits, which have long been recognized and valued for their comprehensiveness and competitiveness in the market. In addition to a robust array of traditional benefits such as health care, time off, and retirement, UVA offers a comprehensive list of benefits and services to help staff and faculty meet their personal and family needs

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