Rising Stewards
A Summer Internship for High Schoolers
What is Rising Stewards?
Every year, the Rio Grande Farm Park works with community partners to recruit a cohort of high schoolers for our Rising Stewards summertime program. Over the course of the season, the group dives deep into topics surrounding agriculture, food systems, plant health, life cycles, responsible recreation, and jobs in the outdoors.
Together, the group learns how to grow food at the Rio Grande Farm Park, takes part in service projects that build hands-on skills, and explores agriculture and ecology through engaging classroom lessons. Youth also get to connect with Career Pathways presenters who work in meaningful and exciting outdoor jobs, from farmers and builders to scientists and community leaders. And most importantly, we have fun!
This is a chance to learn things that aren’t taught in a traditional classroom and to connect with your community.
Here’s what past Rising Stewards had to say…
“A learning experience about myself, the effect I have, and the world around me.”
“This was actually my first job. This program taught me something I can do in the future. I love going on field trips and learning about something new.”
“My experience this summer at the Farm Park was an amazing and helpful learning experience to get to know more about food justice.”
“It was a fun way to spend my time and I learned a lot.”
Stewards must be 14 years or older when the program begins. They will earn a stipend for their time, build their resume with real work experience, and will be given gear like gloves, a sun hat, a sun shirt, and water bottle to ensure they are prepared to take part in the program. Lunches and snacks are also provided.
Have questions? Send an email to oona.slvlocalfoods@gmail.com.