Community Food Assessment Intern with University of Maryland Extension

Description: Two interns are needed to aid the University of Maryland Extension and the Prince George’s County Planning Department in conducting a food assessment in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Responsibilities will include conducting a market basket survey to compare prices on staple food items at various grocery stores around the county; collecting and confirming data on the Prince George’s County food system including sites for food production, processing, packing, storage, transportation, distribution, consumption, and waste management; interviewing community leaders and other stakeholders about food system issues; developing a survey to distribute throughout the county; and leading community brainstorming sessions.

The interns will work 10 hours per week throughout the fall and spring semesters. The primary worksite could either be on campus (Symons Hall) or the Center for Educational Partnership, located 5 miles east of campus and accessible by the Shuttle UM – New Carrollton Route. This project will involve fieldwork so having a vehicle and being willing to drive throughout the county is essential. Some work could be done at the Prince George’s County Planning Department in Upper Marlboro, Maryland.

Qualifications: Experience with primary data collection, experience with conducting surveys and interviews, detail oriented, well-organized, self-directed, excellent written and oral communications skills. Knowledge of GIS preferred. Must have own laptop.

To Apply: Send a resume and a cover letter in pdf format to Christie Balch at cbalch@umd.edu by Friday, September 7.

For Additional Information: Please contact Christie Balch at University of Maryland Extension at cbalch@umd.edu.