Hospitality and Retail Intern
Quick answer
Farm Sanctuary is hiring a temporary, in-office Hospitality and Retail Intern in Watkins Glen, NY, paying $16.00/hour to support guest services, shop operations, and event planning.
- Role
- Hospitality and Retail Intern
- Organization
- Farm Sanctuary
- Location
- Watkins Glen, NY
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $16.00 per hour
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Hospitality and Retail Intern will provide hands-on support for guest services, retail operations, and event execution at Farm Sanctuary's flagship location. This role involves welcoming visitors, managing shop inventory, assisting with Bed & Breakfast operations, and supporting event logistics. Interns will gain professional experience while contributing to the organization's mission of animal advocacy and compassion. The position includes provided onsite housing in the Finger Lakes region.
What you'll do
- Manage retail shop opening, closing, inventory, and sales transactions.
- Facilitate guest check-in/out and provide housekeeping support for the onsite Bed & Breakfast.
- Assist with event planning, coordination, and onsite food service support.
- Engage visitors by providing wayfinding, mission information, and tour support.
- Conduct in-kind donation outreach for organizational events.
What it takes
- Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to perform physical labor and moderate lifting.
- Alignment with Farm Sanctuary’s mission and values of compassion and equity.
- Professionalism and ability to work in high-volume, public-facing environments.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record preferred.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Access to 403(b) retirement plan, medical insurance, and free onsite housing consisting of a private room with shared living facilities.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this internship located?
This position is located at Farm Sanctuary’s flagship site in Watkins Glen, NY, and includes provided onsite housing.
What is the compensation for this role?
The internship pays $16.00 per hour and includes eligibility for medical insurance and 403(b) retirement benefits.
What are the required qualifications for this internship?
Candidates should have strong customer service skills, the ability to perform physical tasks, and a clear alignment with the mission of Farm Sanctuary.
When is the application deadline?
The position is open until filled, and the internship duration runs from August 1 to November 15.
How to apply
Apply directly on Farm Sanctuary's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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