Spend your summer working with professionals on sustainable agriculture projects. Learn new skills and put your college education to work! The National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT) is looking for a qualified student to work in our Shavertown, PA office located on the historic Lands at Hillside Farms. This is a great opportunity for the right student to work with a national organization on local projects. This short-term internship could possibly be extended to a year if funding allows.

Qualifications:
The successful candidate should have good communication skills, an interest or background in agriculture and local food systems, an active and curious mind, and a high level of computer skills. Website development skills are preferred. A high school diploma is required. On-farm experience would be useful but is not required. Applicants with background in farming who are not currently enrolled in school may also be considered.
Compensation:
$8.50 to $10.50 per hour depending on experience.
Deadline for Applications:
March 31, 2009 or until a suitable candidate is selected. Early applications are encouraged.
If you are interested, please send a copy of your resume and a cover letter to the address below. Make sure that your resume highlights your experience and skills.
Make sure that your resume highlights your relevant skills.
Send completed application material to:
Jody Krzan
NCAT Personnel Office
P.O. Box 3838
Butte, MT 59702
jodyk@ncat.org


If you have any questions about the position, please call Lee Rinehart, NCAT Northeast Field Office Director, at 570-696-6786 or lee@ncat.org.