Founded in 1996, Food Access LA (Formerly known as SEE-LA) is a leading Southern California nonprofit organization, connecting people to healthy food, promoting economic development, and building sustainable food systems. We operate the largest network of mission-driven farmers’ markets in Los Angeles as well as programs that provide nutrition education, food access, and opportunities for small regional farms and local food businesses to thrive.
Our programs include:
Operating a network of community-based certified farmers’ markets in Los Angeles.
Piloting and championing programs that stretch public nutrition benefits for the purchase of fresh, nutrient-rich food.
Providing extensive nutrition education programs to low-income families and to children in underserved schools, parks, and community-based sites.
Coordinating food relief for local families struggling with food insecurity.
TITLE: Little Tokyo Farmers’ Market Social Media and Marketing Intern
STATUS: Independent Contractor
COMPENSATION: $4800.00 stipend over 6 months
REPORTS TO: Manager, Little Tokyo Farmers’ Market; Senior Manager, Farmers’ Market Operations
Summary of Responsibilities
The Little Tokyo Farmers’ Market Social Media and Marketing Intern will be assisting the Little Tokyo Farmers’ Market Manager to implement a marketing strategy and additional programming to promote and activate the Little Tokyo Farmers’ Market. The goal of this position is to help increase attendance and vendor sales at the Little Tokyo Farmers’ Market as well as analyze the efficacy of different marketing approaches and reception of programming from Little Tokyo residents and visitors.
Specific Responsibilities
(HYBRID, 8-10 hours per week flexible, Availability Saturdays from 9am to 2pm as needed)
Support the development of consistent communications, branding, and social media templates for the Little Tokyo Farmers’ Market with the market team
Support Little Tokyo Farmers’ Market Manager with taking photos and videos at the market for social media and promotional purposes
Support Little Tokyo Farmers’ Market team with developing and implementing marketing strategy
Collect customer feedback regarding programs, vendors, and activities at the Little Tokyo Farmers’ Market
Provide day-of support for special events and programming at the Little Tokyo Farmers’ Market as needed
One year experience in marketing/social media support role or a related field, BA in Marketing, or currently enrolled in a marketing degree program
Experience executing communications and community outreach strategies
Experience managing multiple tasks and working with deadlines
Can work independently, organized and detail oriented.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Zoom, Social Media apps and other technology platforms
Desired Experience and Skills
Creative skills: Graphic Design, Photography, and or Videography
Experience supporting small business owners, especially in the food retail industry
Knowledge of Certified Farmers’ Markets, LA Food Systems and Accessibility Issues, and Environmental Sustainability
Experience working with underserved, low-income communities with awareness and integrity.
Experience working with the Little Tokyo community and an understanding of the historical challenges of Little Tokyo and the Japanese American community
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
This is a paid internship opportunity, this position will receive a $4800 stipend over 6 months.
PHYSICAL DEMAND AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard, reach, stoop, and kneel to install computer equipment. Most work will take place indoors, but some work will take place outside in rainy, hot, or cold weather conditions.
May perform related duties as assigned by management.
DISCLAIMER: The above is intended to describe the general contents and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
Food Access LA is an equal opportunity employer. Food Access LA makes hiring decisions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by law. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from all qualified applicants, including those who belong to groups that have been historically underrepresented.
Opportunity is open until filled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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To apply please submit a resume and cover letter under this application by January 15, 2026.
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