apprentice
We are closed to applications for the 2020 growing season.
This is a full-season, education-focused position for those not only curious, but also dedicated to the hard work required of learning the ins-and-outs of small scale, intensive organic production. Beginning in April and running through November, apprentices will be involved in the full spectrum of life on the farm. Work will vary greatly, from starting seeds in the greenhouse and preparing garden beds, transplanting, to managing livestock, crop cultivation, harvesting produce, marketing and engaging with the public!
Apprentices will also have the opportunity to learn the business of farming, including record keeping, field planning and organic certification. In addition, we will take some time throughout the season to teach homesteading skills, including food preservation and meat animal processing. And finally, we strongly encourage apprentices to take on an independent project during the season, allowing them to put their strengths and talents to work for the benefit of the local food/farm community. These can be developed with the council of the farmers.
This position is geared towards future farmers or those wishing to pursue food production in some capacity. A 50-55 hour work week can be expected. An ideal candidate would have:
1) A prior season spent working on a farm, or in some other physically demanding work atmosphere,
2) A flexible, humble and positive outlook
3) The desire and ability to think critically and communicate effectively with farmer and fellow apprentices
4) A demonstrated interest in intentional, small scale food production and rural community living
5) ...and the desire to sit back with a cold drink on a hot porch after a good, hard days work!
Of course this position comes with compensation! For details and to see the full posting, check out our ATTRA advertisement here. If this seems a good fit for you (or if you have any questions - don't hesitate to reach out), send your resume with cover letter and attached references to Sarah at goodsteadfarm@gmail.com.
And if an apprenticeship doesn't seem to be what you're looking for but you'd still like to be involved with the farm, perhaps working as an intern or a volunteer is a better fit! Email for details.
Apprentices will also have the opportunity to learn the business of farming, including record keeping, field planning and organic certification. In addition, we will take some time throughout the season to teach homesteading skills, including food preservation and meat animal processing. And finally, we strongly encourage apprentices to take on an independent project during the season, allowing them to put their strengths and talents to work for the benefit of the local food/farm community. These can be developed with the council of the farmers.
This position is geared towards future farmers or those wishing to pursue food production in some capacity. A 50-55 hour work week can be expected. An ideal candidate would have:
1) A prior season spent working on a farm, or in some other physically demanding work atmosphere,
2) A flexible, humble and positive outlook
3) The desire and ability to think critically and communicate effectively with farmer and fellow apprentices
4) A demonstrated interest in intentional, small scale food production and rural community living
5) ...and the desire to sit back with a cold drink on a hot porch after a good, hard days work!
Of course this position comes with compensation! For details and to see the full posting, check out our ATTRA advertisement here. If this seems a good fit for you (or if you have any questions - don't hesitate to reach out), send your resume with cover letter and attached references to Sarah at goodsteadfarm@gmail.com.
And if an apprenticeship doesn't seem to be what you're looking for but you'd still like to be involved with the farm, perhaps working as an intern or a volunteer is a better fit! Email for details.
