SUMMER URBAN FARMING INTERNSHIP | CITY SPROUTS

Students learn to plant, grow, weed, water, harvest, prepare, and preserve fresh fruits and vegetables. Students also receive training in financial literacy, nutrition, culinary skills, customer service, and workforce skills.

Physical Address

4002 Seward Street, Omaha, NE 68111

Hours

Work begins in May, Sat 9 am-2 pm; Jun and Jul Mon-Wed 9 am-3 pm; Aug Sat 9 am-2 pm

Application process

Call for information; applications available in March, interviews in April

Fee

None

Required documents

Social Security card, drivers license or birth certificate

Eligibility

Open to families eligible for free/reduced meals and have an expressed interest in horticulture, agriculture, nutrition, culinary arts, or education

Languages

English, Spanish

Service area

Sarpy County, Nebraska Douglas County, Nebraska

Agency info

CITY SPROUTS

Mission is to use urban agriculture as a platform to develop equitable food systems, provide educational opportunities, and build community.