Intern/Nutrition Focus

● Gain familiarization with neighbor surveys’ key insights to capture our community’s key cultures
and food relevance based on culture and preferences
● Aid in the launch of comprehensive qualitative neighbor assessments to enhance program
standards within the community
● Aid in administering and documenting surveys in both one on one and focus group environments
● Identify community nutrition education resources to launch supportive educational
opportunities for our neighbors
● Aid in the development of nutrition education schedule
● Gain familiarization with HER Nutrition Guidelines and SWAP (Supporting Wellness at Pantries)
● With the Sortation Room Associate, train volunteers on operation processes that include
nutrition rankings and answer questions related to nutrition guidelines
● Participate in volunteer engagement activities including surveys
● Compile data and information on inventory and utilize tracking system to maintain accurate
records in coordination with SWAP using HER Guidelines
● Utilize SWAP for the purpose of selecting product for programs such as Order Ahead
● Attend webinar and training sessions pertaining to equity and inclusion, HER Guidelines, and
other topics as available
● Prioritize tasks and projects with multiple deadlines
● Assess information from a variety of sources and make independent decisions based on that
information.
● Manage conflicts, questions and neighbor/volunteer interaction in a courteous, professional and
friendly manner
● Demonstrate effective communication techniques and foster an environment of open dialogue
● Comply with all regulations requiring neighbor confidentiality
● Utilize multiple mediums for communicating policies, changes, and best practices to neighbors
● Solicit feedback from neighbors and volunteers to aid in decision making about future programs
and changes
● Display passion and optimism for the work, provide vision and inspiration to peers, and
exemplify FRFB core values
●Participate in group decision making by contributing insight and ideas to direct
supervisor and program team