2026 Summer Internship applications now open

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Is this volunteer internship right for you?

Hands-on work experience
Dependable and responsible
Fresh air, outdoor, and barn/classroom tasks
Get to know other students
Desire to learn, problem solve
Motivated students looking for leadership opportunities

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Things to do at KCHG

Animal care (mini horses, donkey, turkeys, goats, rabbits, Kunekune pigs, chickens)
Tending/creating pollinator and food gardens
Education/teaching/mentoring opportunities
Event planning
Organizing our teaching barn, supplies, tools, etc.
Social media content creation
Art (barn, flyers, garden decor, etc)
Curriculum development for school year events
Native and conservation research for plant and animal life on the farm
Beekeeping
Photography

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Community Service Hours

Community service hours for National Honor Society or other groups counted!

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Next steps

Complete online application here
Have a letter of recommendation sent to: info@kansascityhopegarden.org
We will reach out to schedule an interview
Call Emma 913.485.9039 with questions
We can't wait to hear from you!