Program Intern at FairShare CSA Coalition

Wayne State University; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 24,796; Part time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Madison is seeking a Program Intern to assist with administering the food access program, Partner Shares, and help plan the annual Bike the Barns event. The role requires strong communication skills and an interest in local food and sustainable agriculture. This position offers a hybrid work environment with flexible scheduling, and it is ideal for individuals eager to support community food initiatives. Compensation is $18/hr with 15-20 hours of work per week.

Qualifications

• Interest or experience in local food, food access, event planning, and/or sustainable agriculture.
• Ability to consider diverse viewpoints in decision-making processes.
• Comfort with video conferencing and digital communication tools.

Responsibilities

• Overall program application administration for Partner Shares Program.
• Assist with coordination of FairShare’s annual Bike the Barns event.
• Support organizational email management and communications.

Skills

Interest or experience in local food

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Proficient in Google Workspace applications

Strong attention to detail

Ability to work occasional weekends and evenings

Collaborative spirit

Job description

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FairShare, a Madison, WI-based nonprofit, is made up of a group of passionate, deeply invested farmer and food equity advocates. We support small farms through production, labor and marketing/sales support, and invest in our local food communities by connecting farms with all eaters.

The Program Intern will primarily assist with helping administer FairShare's food access program, Partner Shares, as well as provide assistance in planning Bike the Barns. Program Interns are the primary administrators of the Partner Shares Program and will assist households with their applications, provide updates to farmers, and ensure thorough program documentation. Bike the Barns is a day-long biking event that is FairShare’s largest fundraiser for the Partner Shares Program.

Applications received by December 5, 2025 will receive priority consideration. To apply, please email a resume, three references, and short response to the prompts listed in the position description.

Position Period: Preference for January - December 2026 (Annual), with the opportunity for continuation. A shorter term of January - May 2026 (Seasonal) may also be available for interested applicants.

Location: Hybrid work environment based in Madison, WI. Some in-office time required (approximately twice weekly), with flexibility for remote work.

Hours: 15-20 hrs/week with flexible scheduling. Hours will vary depending on seasonal program needs.

Compensation: $18/hr

Responsibilities

Partner Shares Program (50%)

• Overall program application administration
• Email and phone follow up, maintaining detailed program documentation and participant files
• Ongoing communications with applicants, participants and farmers
• Support for applicants with identifying CSA pickup sites and payment plan options
• Partnership-building with area leaders and community centers

Events (35%)

• Assist with overall coordination & administration of FairShare’s annual Bike the Barns event (September 20, 2026), including:
• Registration and rider communication and support
• Activities for Bus the Barns
• Support site logistics, event permits, and planning
• Assist with volunteer coordination
• Day-of event support and site coordination
• Support FairShare staff with other events and outreach efforts as needed

Organizational Administration, Communications/Outreach and Special Events (15%)

• Support organizational email account management, merchandise order fulfillment, and other administrative tasks
• Support Communications Manager with organizational communications as needed
• Meet with staff supervisor weekly and with other staff as needed

What We’re Looking For

The skills and qualifications below will help you thrive in this role. We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences, and we are committed to providing training and mentorship to support your professional development.

• Interest or experience in local food, food access, event planning, and/or sustainable agriculture
• Ability to consider different viewpoints and incorporate the perspectives of diverse communities into decision-making processes and communications
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficient in Google Workspace applications (Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Sheets)
• Comfort with video conferencing and basic digital communication tools
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work occasional weekends and evenings
• A collaborative spirit and willingness to support team needs across programs