Living Hope Farm

Last Updated On: febrero 22nd, 2022 at 08:23AM MST

Contact information

Farm Address:
461 Indian Creek Road
Harleysville, Pennsylvania, 19438

Primary Contact: Cassandra
Secondary Contact: Sherri

Primary Phone:
    Type: Cell
    Number: 2674717336
    Email: cassandra.lhf@gmail.com

Secondary Phone
    Type: Office
    Number: 2152564400
    Email: director.lhf@gmail.com

    Email: director.lhf@gmail.com

Website: https://www.livinghopefarm.org

Internship information

General Farm Description: Living Hope Farm is a nonprofit farm located in Harleysville, PA. We grow a variety of CNG vegetables and fruits, as well as, raise chickens and turkeys.

CRAFT Member Farm? Yes

Internship Starts: 04/2022
Internship Ends: 10/2022
Number of Internship Available: 3
Application Deadline: until filled
Minimum Length of Stay: 3 months

Internship Details:

LHF is searching for applicants to complete the field crew for the 2022 season. These individuals will be responsible for many of the tasks related to fruit and vegetable farming, including weeding, harvesting, pruning, planting, irrigating, mowing, trellising, fertilizing, pest
control, field clean-up, and more. Part of our mission at LHF is educating budding farmers about the importance and details of organic food production, environmental stewardship, and participation in our local economy. Much of the learning occurs on the job during explanations of tasks and impromptu discussions with the managers and other experienced people. We also allow time for attendance of workshops with other farmers in the region. Although the educational aspect is important, we do emphasize a quick, efficient, and thorough working pace throughout the season. For this reason we are looking for individuals with a strong work ethic, passionate in learning about the food system and small scale agriculture. Applicants can expect to work 40-50 hours per week, depending on the time of year.

Requirements-
Be able to lift 50+ lbs
Be a good team player
Willing to work in all weather conditions
An ability to think independently and follow directions
Excellent communication skills
An interest in and enthusiasm for learning more about organic vegetable growing practices
An ability to work well with others and with a strong work ethic. A sense of humor is always useful!
Having a valid driver’s license is a plus, but not required.

Compensation-
$11 per hour
Weekly produce and egg allotment
On site housing available

TO APPLY: visit livinghopefarm.org

Educational Opportunities: Yes, the internship includes mentorship with our Farm Manager

Skills Desired: Listed in job description

Meals: No- but there is some free produce involved =)

Stipend: Paid internship and on-site housing available for rent

Housing: Available for rent

Preferred method of Contact: email