CalFresh at Farmers' Markets Internship Central Market START DATE: January 1, 2014 END DATE: August 31st, 2014

4 COMPENSATION: Unpaid. Mileage/transportation reimbursement provided. Alchemist CDC works at six farmers' markets in Sacramento to facilitate the use of Calfresh (food-stamps) benefits through customers Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card. We provide a scrip system that is easy to use for both customers and vendors. The CalFresh program (also known as SNAP, EBT or food stamps) offers qualifying lower income individuals financial assistance in purchasing food for themselves and their families, but it takes facilitators like Alchemist CDC to make it possible for the benefits to be used with the vendors at farmers markets who arent set up to process electronic payments. Our work gives CalFresh beneficiaries access to fresh, local, affordable produce and brings additional customers to help the markets and farmers thrive. This effort aligns with Alchemist CDC's vision of a vibrant, equitable and diverse urban Sacramento. Farmers' Markets are a great asset to communities, benefit surrounding businesses, and can lead to improved health for area residents. This internship provides an opportunity to build your skill base, attend educational workshops related to Food Justice, network with professionals working on food access and nutrition issues, and engage directly with low-income individuals and small to midsize California farmers. MAJOR TASKS: Assist Project Manager with the following: Staff CalFresh scrip distribution table at one farmers' market each week. Promote program to farmer vendors at markets. Inform customers about CalFresh eligibility and application guidelines. Staff information table at occasional community events. Ensure compliance with Federal guidelines for accepting CalFresh. Develop and implement strategies for community outreach to promote Farmers' Markets to CalFresh recipients. SKILLS: Must be at least 17 years of age. Must be a High School graduate or equivalent (GED/CHSPE) by December 31st, 2013. Bi-lingual a plus Must be courteous and outgoing, and enjoy meeting and talking with new people Basic math skills are very important. Detail oriented and highly organized Self motivated with good work habits. Able to stay on task without constant supervision. A plus if you are able to transport equipment to market each week (fits in most cars). LOCATION and SHEDULE: Most work will take place at or around the Central Farmers' Market at 8th and W Streets (Under Freeway) in Sacramento. Market shifts are 7:30am-1:00pm on Sundays. You will additionally be expected to work four hours/week on a weekday during regular business hours for conducting outreach (some of which can be conducted from home). HOURLY COMMITMENT: ~10 hours/week To apply send your resume to: Davida Douglas, Executive Director, Alchemist Community Development Corporation at davida@alchemistcdc.org.