Midland Area Farmers Market - Intern

Intern Position at Midland Area Farmers Market

Are you looking to get some real-world career experience while spending time outside? Are you passionate about local agriculture and event coordination? The Midland Area Farmers Market is looking for an intern for the remainder of the 2026 Market Season! Ideal candidates will have knowledge or willingness to learn and use Canva, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok as well as a willingness to learn how Midland Area Farmers Market makes a difference in the community. Past interns have gone on to positions at Dow, Meridian Public Schools and Grey Advertising, to name a few. The Midland Area Farmers Market is operated by the Midland Business Alliance. The Midland Area Farmers Market is a seasonal, outdoor Farmers Market operational every Saturday and Wednesday from May 2 October 31, 2026, and the first 3 Saturdays of November. An ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic advocate of the local food movement, Michigan agriculture and event planning and coordination. The intern position works directly with both Manager and Director of the Midland Area Farmers Market.

Qualifications & Necessary Skills:

• Personal confidence
• Ability to effectively communicate with a variety of people
• Ability to complete assigned tasks and projects independently with minimal oversight
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Able to work in a team environment and contribute to goals of the Market
• Ability to handle a flexible work schedule based on workload

Essential Responsibilities:

Market Operations

• Arrive 1 hour prior to start of Market daily
• Set up tables, tents and signage
• Place directional signage
• Assist with coordination of vendor parking and set-up

General Market Support

• Develop and maintain good working relationships with Market Director, Market Manager, vendors, Market Goers and Community members
• Provide Market-related information, conflict resolution and general aid as appropriate
• Assist in enforcing Market Rules
• Assist vendors by providing personal breaks or with sales at exceptionally busy times

Outreach and Marketing

• Works alongside Market staff and MBA Marketing Team to promote Market through social media platforms
• Contribute to social media communications
• Provide thorough, thoughtful and correct information to the public
• Assist with development, coordination, and digital marketing of special events

Desired Skills (Not Required):

• Multilingual (spoken and/or American Sign Language)
• Prior event planning experience/knowledge
• Willingness to be part of an active and innovative team

Education and/or Experience:

• Social media content in a team environment

Compensation: Commensurate with experience. Position is paid, minimum wage - $14/hour, to commensurate with experience. Approximately 20 hours/week. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: As a founding member of the Midland Business Inclusion Council, the Midland Business Alliance is committed to growing a diverse business community. We recognize that diverse teams make the strongest teams, and we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.

How to apply: Please send a cover letter and resume to Emily Lyons at View email address on click.appcast.io. Applications will be accepted through August 21, 2026.

Contact Information

• Midland Business Alliance
• Emily Lyons
• 300 Rodd St. Midland, MI 48640
• View phone number on click.appcast.io
• View email address on click.appcast.io