Temporary Agroecology Education Farm Summer Intern

t tEssential Job Duties: t tThis is an 11-week, 39.5 hr/week position for the summer of 2025. This position is open to recent graduates who graduated within the last year or will graduate in May 2025. The goal of the AEF (Agroecology Education Farm) Recent Graduate Internship program is to provide an immersive experience for a recent college graduate who already has some farming experience and is interested in pursuing farming or farm management as a career. This internship would provide training in higher order management skills that are required to transition from a field crew member to a crew leader or assistant manager. The intern will work closely alongside the farm manager and summer crew members to gain exposure to agroecological farming and to develop basic farm skills necessary for future employment in agriculture. Time will be built into the intern’s schedule for professional development in areas decided by the intern and farm manager together. As an intern, you’ll be involved in all aspects of farm production along with educational programming. t tYou will get exposure in the following areas: t ttHarvesting t ttIrrigation t ttTransplanting and seeding t ttWeeding t ttBed prep t ttWashing/ packing t ttCompost management t ttEquipment use/maintenance t ttIntegrated pest management t ttLeading groups t ttPublic speaking t ttAnd more! t tIs Time Limited: tNo t tWolfpack Perks and Benefits: t tAs a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. tWhat we offer: t t ttHealth Insurance for Temporary Employees t ttEnhance your career with LEAD courses t ttAttend non-revenue generating sporting events for free. tt t tAttain Work-life balance with our Childcare discounts, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. t tDisclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.Job City & State: t tRaleigh, NC t tDepartment: tCrop and Soil Science t tClassification Title: tTemporary-Technical/Paraprofessional t tWorking Title: tTemporary Agroecology Education Farm Summer Intern t tWork Schedule: tMonday-Friday with some weekend and evening work t tOther Work/Responsibilities: t ttn/a t tMinimum Experience/Education: t ttPossess OR will by May 2025 an undergraduate degree with at least three months experience working on a farm t tDepartment Required Skills: t ttExcellent written and verbal communication skills t ttAbility to work with a diverse audience t ttAbility to lift up to 45 pounds t ttMust be able to work in varying weather conditions (cold, heat, humidity, rain, pollen) t ttAbility to work independently as well as part of a team t ttAble to work on farm where biting insects, snakes and poison ivy are sometimes present t ttStrong interest in sustainable agriculture and an enthusiasm to learn t tPreferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education: t ttn/a t tRequired License or Certification: t ttValid driver’s license t tValid NC Driver's License required?: tNo t tCommercial Driver's License Required?: tNo t tAnticipated Hiring Range: t t$15/hr t tJob Open Date: t t04/02/2025 t tQuick Link: t tEEO: t tNC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. tFinal candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. t tNC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job