Summer Land Intern
We welcome summer land interns to join our community for the summer to live in one of our life-sharing homes and focus their energy on tending to our biodynamically nurtured land located on 525 acres of glacial moraine in Central Minnesota.
The land intern will have the opportunity to learn and contribute to all aspects of the land work such as working in the biodynamically grown vegetable and herb gardens; feeding cows with rotational grazing; sustainable forestry; feeding and caring for laying hens; working in our orchards; and sometimes mechanized farm fieldwork growing cow feed. All of these tasks include working with adults who have developmental disabilities in an inclusive way, using person-centered adaptive methods.
The biodynamic approach to agriculture provides the core tenets of our farming philosophy and is the foundation of our farming operation. Land interns will have the opportunity to learn about the making of biodynamic preparations and extensive use of these preparations.
Qualifications:
It is more important that this individual resonates with the values of our farm and community than that he or she has prior farming skills. We are looking for enthusiastic people with initiative that are comfortable working alongside people who have developmental disabilities.
● 18 years of age or older
● High School Diploma or equivalent
● Passion for working with people of all abilities
● Ability to perform well in an environment that requires compassion, helpfulness,
patience, and resourcefulness
● Willingness to learn
● Ability to lift 50lbs
● Willingness to work outdoors in all types of weather
● Ability to pass a background check
● Good communication skills
● Valid Driver’s License preferred
● CPR certification required (training provided)
● Star Services training required (training provided)
Compensation/What We Provide:
- Monthly stipend
- Free room and board (private room in a community house)
- Daily organic, farm-fresh meals
- Toiletries and daily living items
- Use of community vehicles (including gas/insurance)