Essential Job Duties:

This 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.
 

You will get exposure in the following areas:

• Harvesting
• Irrigation
• Transplanting and seeding
• Weeding
• Bed prep
• Washing/ packing
• Compost management
• Equipment use/maintenance
• Integrated pest management
• Leading groups
• Public speaking
• And more!

Is Time Limited:

No

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits:

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being.
What we offer:

• Health Insurance for Temporary Employees
• Enhance your career with LEAD courses
• Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.
   

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare discounts, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.
 

Disclaimer: 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:

Raleigh, NC

Department:

Crop and Soil Science

Classification Title:

Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional

Working Title:

Temporary Agroecology Education Farm Summer Intern

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday with some weekend and evening work

Other Work/Responsibilities:

• n/a

Minimum Experience/Education:

• Possess OR will by May 2025 an undergraduate degree with at least three months experience working on a farm

Department Required Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work with a diverse audience
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds
• Must be able to work in varying weather conditions (cold, heat, humidity, rain, pollen)
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Able to work on farm where biting insects, snakes and poison ivy are sometimes present
• Strong interest in sustainable agriculture and an enthusiasm to learn

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education:

• n/a

Required License or Certification:

• Valid driver’s license

Valid NC Driver's License required?:

No

Commercial Driver's License Required?:

No

Anticipated Hiring Range:

$15/hr

Job Open Date:

04/02/2025

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EEO:

NC 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. 

Final 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.

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