Lweza Agriculture Resource Demonstration Center Interships
We welcome interns on all year long, for various durations of time. Interns play a key component in the success of our gardens and provide invaluable field experience. We are currently seeking an intern for the Summer 2021 Term.
Requirements:
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Self-starting, proactive individual willing to work independently most of the time.
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Strong communication skills and ability to interact well with community members of different cultural background
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Must have experience or knowledge in nutrition and agricultural practices
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Must be studying or have experience in: agriculture and nutrition
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Experience with Microsoft Suite, Google Suite and mapping software recommended
Responsibilities:
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Supervising three workers
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Maintaining healthy livestock including: cows, pigs, chickens, goats
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Maintaining healthy crops, fruits and vegetables including: matoke (plantains), pineapple, eggplant, avocados, mangoes, spinach, collard greens and more
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Maintaining bio digester for the production of methane gas and manure
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Implementing drip irrigation scheme to ensure best yields of crops
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Implementing technology to record garden operations and track progress
To apply:
Email your cover page and resume to Mr. Ronald Mukasa or Prof. James Ntambi.
Interested in interning for a different term? Include the dates you wish to intern and we will advise you accordingly.