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Why Regenerative is building the future of regenerative food and agriculture through high-impact events and community building. Our interns are at the heart of this mission, working across community organization, event planning, outreach, and team coordination. This is not a coffee-run internship: it’s a launchpad for the brightest, most passionate, and committed individuals who want to make a difference in the food system.

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Operations Intern

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About the Role

Why Regenerative brings together farmers, brands, researchers, investors, and other partners to advance regenerative agriculture. We’re looking for an organized, proactive Operations Intern to help manage brand relationships, support attendees, and keep our events and Regenerative Market running smoothly. This role offers hands-on experience in event operations, relationship management, and building a mission-driven business.

Location: Remote, with onsite support for events as agreed in advance
Hiring timeline: Mid-October, 2026
Pay: $17/hour
Hours: 20 hours per week
Payment schedule: Biweekly
Reports to: Celia Hoffman, Head of Partnerships
Duration: ~6-months
Growth opportunity: Potential to transition into a full-time role based on performance and organizational needs

Scope of Work

Brand Relationships & Regenerative Market

  • Serve as a point of contact for participating brands, providing timely, friendly support.

  • Coordinate product shipments, delivery timelines, and catering needs.

  • Meet with and onboard new brands onto the Regenerative Market.

  • Collect and organize brand information, logos, product details, and other materials.

  • Track commitments and follow up to ensure brands have everything they need to participate.

Attendee Communications

  • Respond to attendee questions about tickets, schedules, registration, and event logistics.

  • Help prepare and send event reminders, confirmations, and follow-up communications.

  • Maintain accurate attendee records and track special requests.

  • Flag questions or issues that require input from the team.

Lead Generation & Outreach

  • Research prospective brands, sponsors, exhibitors, and other partners.

  • Maintain organized contact lists and outreach records.

  • Support personalized outreach and follow-ups.

  • Identify promising opportunities and share them with the team.

Event Logistics

  • Maintain event checklists, timelines, and supply inventories.

  • Coordinate exhibitor tables, materials, and arrival instructions.

  • Assist with venue setup, registration, attendee support, and breakdown when working onsite.

  • Help troubleshoot issues and keep the team informed during events.

General Operations

  • Keep shared documents, spreadsheets, and project trackers current.

  • Provide regular updates on progress, deadlines, and outstanding needs.

  • Document recurring processes and suggest practical improvements.

  • Support additional projects as priorities evolve.

Required Skills

  • Strong organization and attention to detail.

  • Clear, professional written and verbal communication.

  • Timely responses to email and text during agreed working hours.

  • Strong customer service skills and a thoughtful approach to resolving problems.

  • Ability to work collaboratively and take ownership of assigned projects.

  • Comfort using spreadsheets, shared documents, and online communication tools.

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and ask questions when needed.

  • Interest in regenerative agriculture, sustainability, and the work of Why Regenerative.

Helpful, but not required: Experience with events, hospitality, customer service, outreach, or contact management systems.

Working Expectations

  • Treat people with kindness and respect. This applies to teammates, attendees, brands, vendors, and everyone we work with. Harassment or discrimination will not be tolerated.

  • Be reliable and communicative. Follow through on commitments, keep your availability current, and flag delays or challenges early.

  • Take initiative. Use working time productively, allowing for agreed breaks. If you finish your assigned tasks, let your supervisor know and ask where you can help next.

  • Ask for support. You are not expected to know everything. Raise questions before uncertainty becomes a missed deadline or avoidable mistake.

  • Handle information carefully. Treat attendee, partner, and company information as confidential.

  • Share your goals. If you want to build particular skills, make connections, or gain experience in a specific area, tell us so we can help shape meaningful opportunities.

  • Care about the mission. We’re looking for someone who wants to contribute to a healthier planet and is curious about how regenerative agriculture can help.

What Success Looks Like

  • Brands and attendees receive clear, timely communication.

  • Records and project trackers are accurate and current.

  • Shipments, onboarding tasks, and event preparations stay on schedule.

  • Potential problems are identified and communicated early.

  • You become increasingly confident managing projects from start to finish.

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