School Nutrition Internship

Position: School Nutrition Internship Organization: EarthBites Society Location: Metro Vancouver, primarily in Vancouver BC Type: Contract; approximately 12 hours/week during school workshop sessions. The successful candidate will primarily work at the program delivery locations. Salary: $20 an hour Start Date: September 8, 2026 Application Closes: September 5, 2026 Language: Bilingualism in French and English and garden experience is an asset About EarthBites EarthBites is a hands-on educational program designed to teach children about local food growth and nutrition. We collaborate with PACs, teachers, and students to transform school gardens into vibrant outdoor classrooms integrated into the school curriculum. For more information, visit earthbites.ca. Position Overview We are seeking an intern to create simple snacks in the school classroom or garden for students aged 5 - 13. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential. The ideal candidate will be passionate about nutrition, gardening and connecting youth with their food. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with team members to plan, implement, and lead high-quality garden and nutrition education lessons. Engage students in simple hands on seasonal nutrition workshops Capture photos and simple videos for social media, ensuring participant anonymity. Communicate clearly and compassionately with students and teachers, respecting diverse abilities and backgrounds. Support the lead facilitator in garden maintenance activities Qualifications Food Safe certification (can be obtained upon contract acceptance). Police Information Check. Experience engaging youth and facilitating educational programs with an inquiry-based approach. Interest in nutrition and sharing nutrition education with students. Bilingualism in French and English is an asset. Self-motivated, adaptable and a problem solver with the ability to work with limited supervision. Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate thoughtfully as a representative of EarthBites. Reliable and punctual. Able to work a flexible schedule. Interest in Indigenous culture. Access to a vehicle for transporting lesson materials (groceries, garden equipment, supplies, harvests) and the ability to perform physical tasks. Ownership of a computer or laptop is an asset How To Apply Submit your resume and cover letter by September 5, 2026, to [email protected] . Please mention you saw this at GoodWork.ca. Please include "EarthBites Intern Application" in the subject line. EarthBites Society operates on the traditional and unceded territory of the the Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations. EarthBites Society strives to embody its values of fairness, inclusion and justice in its hiring and employment practices. We are seeking qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. Thank you to all applicants for your interest, however only those qualified will be contacted.

The intern will plan and lead garden and nutrition education lessons and workshops for students aged 5-13. Additionally, they will support garden maintenance and capture social media content while ensuring participant anonymity.

Candidates must have experience engaging youth and a strong interest in nutrition and gardening. Requirements include a Police Information Check, Food Safe certification, and access to a vehicle for transporting materials.

• Problem solvingPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred

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• Nutrition Education
• Gardening
• Youth Engagement
• Lesson Planning
• Communication
• Social Media Content Creation
• Bilingualism
• Problem Solving
• Interpersonal Skills
• Inquiry-Based Learning

• Education
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Agriculture
• Food & Beverage
• Social Services

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 17, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

12 hours per week

Seniority

Internship