Summer Student - Garden Education & Program Support

Location: Abbotsford, BC

Hourly Wage: $22.00 per hour

Position Type: Full-Time Temporary Summer Position (8 weeks) funded through the Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) Program

Start Date: Early July 2026

Position Overview

The Summer Student – Garden Education & Program Support plays an important supporting role in the coordination, operation, and delivery of programming at the Pencil Patch Garden for Learning. This position supports the Garden Program Coordinator in delivering hands-on, outdoor education by assisting with garden maintenance, school and community programming, and summer camp activities.

This role is ideal for a student interested in environmental education, food literacy, agriculture, experiential learning, or working with children and youth in an outdoor setting.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with preparing, organizing, and maintaining educational materials and learning resources

Support the delivery of structured, hands-on learning activities aligned with program goals

Assist with school visits, including program set-up, facilitation support, and clean-up

Help guide student participation in outdoor educational activities

Assist with daily garden operations including planting, watering, weeding, harvesting, and general upkeep

Support maintenance of garden stations, demonstration plots, irrigation systems, and shared garden spaces

Assist with summer camp programming and outdoor learning activities

Support participant supervision and help maintain a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment

Assist with visits from community groups, recreation camps, and teacher programs

Provide day-to-day operational support including set-up, clean-up, and organization of materials

Assist with light administrative and operational tasks such as organizing supplies, filing, and maintaining program spaces

Perform other related duties as required to support the needs of the position

Qualifications & Requirements

Currently enrolled in or returning to post-secondary studies preferred

Interest in education, agriculture, environmental studies, or related fields

Experience working with children and youth is considered an asset

Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions

Strong teamwork skills with a willingness to learn and take direction

Reliable, organized, and able to work independently when needed

Valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle required

Must be legally authorized to work in Canada for the duration of the term

Working Conditions

Outdoor work in a garden environment

Physical activity including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods

Full-time schedule for the duration of the 8-week placement

BC Agriculture in the Classroom Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing agriculture to life for students across British Columbia. Through hands-on programs, educational resources, and experiential learning opportunities, we connect students and educators to the food system while fostering food literacy, environmental stewardship, and awareness of agriculture-related careers.

How to Apply

Balreet Mandair

Garden Program Coordinator

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