About the Role
Position Summary:
TFA is seeking motivated interns who want hands-on experience in agriculture, food systems, storytelling, marketing, sales, and nonprofit management. Interns will work directly with farmers, food vendors, chefs, community partners, and TFA’s multi-functional teams. We match each intern with a mentor based on their interests, whether creative, community-focused, or operations-oriented.
Requirements
Ideal Candidates:
• Passionate about agriculture, food security, and/or food systems
• Curious, proactive, and eager to learn
• Excited to work both independently and as part of a team
What You Gain:
• Hands-on experience with farmers and community partners
• Training in digital storytelling, outreach, market operations, and nonprofit management
• Mentorship tailored to your interests
• Opportunities to work on real projects with real impact
Key Responsibilities
Depending on Your Interests, Your Responsibilities May Include:
Conducting outreach to farmers and food vendors
Assisting at farmers markets and community events
Helping with health and nutrition presentations
Supporting social media, content creation, and digital storytelling
Creating videos and photos that showcase farmers and their work
Teaching kids how to grow microgreens
Assisting with marketing materials and presentations
Shadowing farmers, chefs, and team members on special projects
Learning nonprofit operations and administrative management
About the Company
The Farmers Alliance (TFA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening America’s food security by developing resilient and efficient regional food systems. TFA expands market access for farmers and connects agricultural communities across the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia with farmers markets, distributors, retailers, and institutional buyers.
How to Apply
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to jobs@thefarmersalliance.org using the subject line: Intern – DMV Region