Advocacy & Education

The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts has long advocated that everyone can play a role in ending hunger. Interns will work on projects related to macro policy change at the state and federal levels, as well as local grassroots and national advocacy initiatives dedicated to increasing community food security.

Advocacy Intern

Food Bank Programs

The Food Bank works behind the scenes of nearly every charitable organization that provides food to people in need in western Massachusetts.  Interns will work closely with The Food Bank staff on special projects and administration of these programs, all of which are helping to reduce hunger and increase food security.        

Target:Hunger

• Target:Hunger Springfield Coordination Intern
• Target:Hunger Springfield Farmers' Market Intern

Agency Services Intern

Brown Bag Survey Intern

For more information about internships in Programs & Advocacy, please contact Christine Dutton, Human Resources Manager, christined@foodbankwma.org.

Development & Marketing, Communications and Special Events

The Development Team is constantly growing and changing to meet the new and expanding needs of the organization. Responsible for all private fundraising, press communications, corporate partnerships, and major events, the Development and Communications Division offers a rich, fast-paced team environment with lots of opportunity to learn and pursue new projects.

Development Communications Intern

For more information about internships in development, marketing, communications and special events, please contact Megan Pete, Director of Development & Marketing at meganp@foodbankwma.org.