Application Deadline Friday, June 14, 2024 by 12pm EST***
 

Summary: The Education Department at Farm Sanctuary works to educate youth and adults about the lives of farmed animals and interrelated issues of oppression in our food system and to inspire and support transitional steps toward vegan living. This is accomplished through community learning programs and education at our sanctuaries, online, and in-the classroom. The Intern, Education will assist the Education department in the creation and implementation of Farm Sanctuary's education curriculum.
 

Responsibilities:
 

• Research and writing to support education programs including curriculum resources for teachers, youth advocacy, and our community learning program
• School, summer camp, and teacher outreach projects
• Administrative support for education program
   

Qualifications:
 

• Extensive knowledge about the lives of farm animals, interrelated issues of our food system, and/or veganism
• Effective communication (verbal and writing) and outreach skills
• Proficient organizational skills and attention to detail
• Efficient computer and internet research skills
• Hard-working and dependable
• Adept ability for independent work
• Alignment with Farm Sanctuary's values of compassion, understanding, integrity, transformation, and freedom.
• Familiarity, commitment to, and experience with the practice of equity and social justice, and the principles embedded in Farm Sanctuary's mission
   

Specifications:
 

• Terms of employment: Part-time (20 hours per week), non-exempt, temporary position
   

Reports to: Manager, Education
 

• Location: Remote in the United States
   

Pay: $15.00/hr unless state minimum wage is higher
 

• Benefits: Sick Time, 403B Plan
• Additional Specifications:
• This position requires a commitment of three months (September through November)
• Access to a computer is required

Program Perks:
 

• Attend weekly Farm Sanctuary education workshops that include presentations, staff Q&As, team-building exercises, and hands-on learning opportunities
• Gain beneficial work experience in nonprofit employment, especially within vegan, animal rights, and sanctuary organizations
• Make strong professional connections and references
• Gain valuable insight about ethical ethology and sanctuary animal welfare study design
• Opportunity to gain and practice animal behavior data collection skills
• Opportunity to learn about Farm Sanctuary programs
• Further the goals and mission of Farm Sanctuary to benefit farm animals
   

Farm Sanctuary is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all employees are respected, valued, and feel a sense of belonging. We work hard to provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type. We take our duty seriously to protect employees with regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We believe that our prioritization of diversity, equity, and inclusion is a strength and essential to achieving our mission. A diverse workforce brings many perspectives, ideas, and experiences, leading to more creative and effective solutions to our complex issues. By embracing diversity and creating an inclusive environment, we foster a culture of belonging where innovation and growth can thrive. We are dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our organization, including hiring and recruitment practices, employee development and training, and interactions with the communities we serve. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are core components in fulfilling our mission of rescuing and protecting farmed animals from cruelty, and we are committed to creating a culture of respect, civility, and compassion for all.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Any photos or videos taken in the scope of employment and/or related to Farm Sanctuary are considered work product and intellectual property of Farm Sanctuary.