Part I: Applicant Information

Part II: Department Ranking

During the 6 weeks of the program, interns will work closely with a staff member in one department. Please review the description of the departments below. Then, from 1-4, rank your interest in working in each department. 

While your rankings will be considered, it is possible you will not get your first choice of placement. Please be prepared to work in any department.

Horticulture Department: Led by our Landscape Supervisor, the Horticulture department is responsible for maintaining our Prudential Outdoor Learning Center--a 1.5 acre garden space dedicated to community beautification and education. Interns in this department will also receive training in operating a hydroponic system

Education Department: Led by our Director of Youth & Family Programs, the Education department is responsible for programming related to school gardens and community education. Interns in this department will travel to school garden sites throughout the city and assist in the implementation of family friendly educational programs

Farm Stand Department: Led by our Farm Stand Coordinator, the Farm Stand department is responsible for the sale of fresh produce throughout the community. Interns in this department are responsible for managing the Conservancy’s food sales and interacting with the public. Interns will also be responsible for food processing (sometimes cooking) and maintaining food safety procedures

Urban Farming Department: Led by our Urban Farm Manager, the Urban Farming department is responsible for supporting the food operations on our 3-acre Hawthorne Avenue Farm in the South Ward of Newark. Interns in this department will receive training in urban agriculture

Part III: Essay Questions

Please answer the questions in 500 words or less. Question 1 is mandatory. For Question 2, please select whichever question you’d prefer.

Question 1 (mandatory):

Why do you want to participate in the Newark Youth Leadership Project summer internship program? What do you hope to gain from this experience? How did you choose to rank departments? 

Question 2 (choose one):

1. How do you define “the environment”? What are the various components that make up the environment that you described? How can we—as individuals or groups—influence this environment?

OR

2. Describe a problem you have identified in the City of Newark. Briefly describe the steps you would take to learn more about this problem and go about addressing it.

APPLICANT’S STATEMENT

I confirm that the statements made by me on this form are true and correct. I understand that if I become a participant in the Newark Youth Leadership Project, any false statement on this application can be considered cause for dismissal. I am a naturalized citizen or have proof of my eligibility. I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application for participation as may be necessary in arriving at a decision for participation.

PARENT/GUARDIAN STATEMENT

I confirm that the statements made by my child on this form are true and correct. If my child becomes a participant in the NYLP, I will support them fully. I understand that any false statement on this application can be cause for dismissal. 

Please be sure to review your application before submitting. Applicants should prepare to participate in a phone interview. Positions limited. 

For any questions regarding the program or this application, please email NYLPprogram@citybloom.org or call 973-642-4646 ext. 33.