Internships

A Rocha Canada is offering internships (3 month minimum) in each of the following areas at the Field Study Centre in Surrey, BC: Agriculture, Education, and Conservation. The ability to work well independently and as part of a team, willingness to work in other project areas as needed and directed, including occasional weekends are requirements for consideration. Internships usually include a residential component with room and board at the centre, which involves interns in hospitality towards the wider A Rocha community and the general public.

Cost: Room and board at $600.00 per month.

Environmental Education Intern:

This position is suited for an applicant who is passionate, experienced and confident in working with children and would provide valuable experience gained leading activities with groups of children for school programs, day camp programs, summer camp workshops and community events on and off-site. Further duties include research and creation of resources for these programs.

Sustainable Agriculture Intern:

Gain valuable experience in small-scale sustainable agriculture/community shared agriculture (CSA) by assisting the Farm & Nursery Manager to plan, manage and implement the garden season as well as assist with the work of the native plant nursery. Position includes physical labour outdoors — planting, harvesting, weeding, watering in the garden; organizing and assisting with weekend watering schedules; liaison with community members, project shareholders and supervision of volunteers.

Conservation Intern:

Develop and participate in fish and wildlife conservation and enhancement projects such as fish, amphibian and bird enhancements, native plantings and various wildlife surveys. Participate in local stewardship events, liaise with community members and supervise volunteers. Research and develop resource materials related to stewardship and fish and wildlife habitat. Assist with the native plant nursery.

To apply: Please send a cover letter and CV to british.columbia@arocha.org.