In partnership with Mesa's Impactship Program, the SEEDS Scholars Program offers several paid internships. Internships require enrolling in either a one-credit (54 hours for the semester) or a two-credit (108 hours of the semester) work experience course.
There are several internship opportunities available:
The Career Readiness Internship prepares students to pursue careers related to agriculture, the food system, or natural resources. Students will expand their professional networks and build their skills.
The Garden Internship provides students with hands-on experience in regenerative agricultural practices and develops students' leadership skills.
The Project Assistant Internship enhances students' communication, organization, graphic design, video production, and professional skills.
The Research Internship allows students to conduct original research and present at a research conference. Learn more on the research internship page.
See the application form for additional details.
There is also internship opportunities with the Climate Literacy @ Mesa Project. Check out the application form. (Students can apply to both opportunities).
Here are some quotes from past interns:
I’ve been so surprised how this internship is allowing me to grow my interpersonal skills and expand my knowledge.
I have gained immense knowledge about organic gardening techniques. I will be able to use this knowledge to give back to my community.
I have improved my communication skills and research skills while acquiring new knowledge about the field of nutrition.
I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity I have had to intern with TerraMesa Garden. It has had an incredibly positive impact on my life.
I've been pleasantly surprised by how much I am also learning about leadership.
Pursuing this internship has taught me quite a bit about connection, perseverance, and patience; most importantly, it has taught me that I am more than capable of learning new skills and solving intimidating problems.
I gained exposure to different research methods and acquired research experience.
This gardening opportunity was one of my favorite experiences of all of my college journey.
It was a privilege to work in such an amazing part of campus, and to be part of such an important resource for the community, and it gives me hope for a sustainable future.
Students enrolled in courses offered by San Diego Mesa College are eligible to participate. All majors and undecided students are welcome to apply. Undocumented students and students in mixed status families are welcome to apply.
No experience necessary. Eagerness to learn and contribute to the community required.
Go the application page for more details.