Overview

Since 1976, the Amherst Survival Center has promoted the health and well being of residents of Franklin and Hampshire counties with a wide variety of programs designed to help people meet their basic needs.

The Amherst Survival Center provides a welcoming community where families and individuals can come for food and access to other resources. People are here to share their material resources, their expertise, and frustrations. No one is turned away.

The Amherst Survival Center serves more than 10,000 people each year. Our services, all of which are free, include a food pantry, daily community meals, fresh food distribution, services such as showers and lockers for those experiencing homelessness, information & referral, as well as a variety of other support services.

Additionally, our resource center hosts representatives from other area service organizations making the Amherst Survival Center a one-stop-shop for accessing resources. Finally, all of this is provided in a warm community center environment, with activities ranging from live music to sewing workshops to office hours with elected officials. There is no eligibility or requirements to come to the Amherst Survival Center. All are welcome.

Intern Responsibilities

The Amherst Survival Center is seeking motivated interns in a variety of areas. Students studying one of Psychology, Nursing, Sociology, Business, Farm and Food Systems.

Responsibilities are determined in consultation with the intern. Interns are encouraged to propose ideas and craft the internship to fit the scope of their academic study.

Preferred Qualifications

Sensitivity to populations experiencing hardship.

Hours Per Week

5-20

Desired Outcomes

Reach out to David Brown for more information.

Compensation

Unpaid