Our Farm Internship (Paid Summer 2026)

CHARLOTTE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOLPOSITION TITLE: Our Farm Internship (paid) DEPARTMENT: Weddington Farm REPORTS TO: Director of Educational Programs, Our Farm TERM: Summer (Seasonal)Mission Statement Through excellence in education, Charlotte Country Day School develops the potential of each student by fostering intellectual curiosity, principled character, ethical leadership, and a responsibility to serve.School Overview Charlotte Country Day School (Country Day) is one of the largest independent, co-educational schools in the Charlotte area and one of the 15 largest in the continental United States. Enrollment is very strong, and the school is thriving. Highly regarded for the rigor of its academic program and the breadth of its offerings in the arts, athletics, community service, and leadership, Country Day is noteworthy for a long tradition of positioning itself at the forefront of curricular innovation. A strong, forward-thinking institution, Country Day offers every child a chance to shine. The school is a diverse, inclusive community with strong academic and co-curricular programs designed for students to learn to think critically, act respectfully, and show sensitivity to the feelings and needs of others. The unique curriculum offered by Country Day prepares and strengthens students for participation in their local and global communities. With its focus on diversity, service, global study, and technology, Country Day has positioned itself as a school of the 21st century. Country Day is committed to living as an authentic, inclusive community. Our pursuit of this commitment to community recognizes and affirms the richness brought by difference and discovered through commonality.Position Summary The ideal candidate will have a passion for the outdoors and a commitment to learning on the Farm. Prospective interns should come to this program with the desire to learn the art and science of farming. We are committed to instructing individuals in the various techniques employed on our farm. This educational experience will take place during fieldwork sessions and periodic farm walks. Educational field trips are organized and encouraged, and may include visits to other farms, markets, special events or other activities as they become available. We seek dedicated and interested people to learn the craft of farming. The individual will report to the Director of Educational Programming (DOE), Weddington Farm.Key Focus areas of Internship Program:Agriculture and Greenhouse Skills, depending upon interests include greenhouse propagation and production; seeding and planting techniques; irrigation design and operation; compost production and use; soil preparation and conservation; manual and mechanical weed control; cover cropping; harvesting efficiency and quality control. Facilities Maintenance Work across the farm maintaining facilities and equipment. Learn basic maintenance and upkeep of buildings and equipment. Land Management Learn land management by working with our team to maintain landscapes and trails and manage pests. Emphasis on maintaining horticultural beds (weeding, planting, weed eating, and mowing). Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Excellent customer service skills with ability to deliver exceptional customer experience Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work with a wide variety of people (staff, members, visiting guests) and circumstances in a professional manner Must be comfortable facilitating other recreational opportunities Minimum Qualifications Working towards a degree in agriculture, environmental science, outdoor recreation preferred or other relevant field or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Self-motivated, adaptable, and focused on the guest experience Excellent organizational skills Ability to stay focused while being flexible with changing schedules or farm needs A solution-oriented mindset when faced with challenges Willingness to receive feedback, grow personally and professionally, and develop new skills Additional Requirements Valid Driver's License First aid/CPR certifications preferred Physical Requirements Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects when needed. Physical demands are mostly on foot; must be able to remain on feet for extended periods working outdoors in all-weather conditions in a highly physical role.It is the policy of Charlotte Country Day School not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. This policy extends to recruitment, employment, promotion, demotion, transfer, layoff, termination, compensation, training, benefits and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Created: 2026-04-02