Glynwood Center
The Glynwood Center for Regional Food and Farming is a non-profit organization serving food and farming changemakers from New York’s Hudson Valley and beyond. We strive to create an inclusive workplace, and seek qualified candidates with a strong passion for Glynwood's mission. We hire without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, HIV/AIDS status, veteran status or any other protected characteristic. Read our equity statement and learn more about our mission and values.
Job Description
Glynwood seeks three apprentices for the 2024 season to be part of our Advanced Vegetable Apprenticeship Program. The Apprenticeship Program is designed for beginning farmers who plan to pursue a career in vegetable production. While working as crew on our 6 acre vegetable operation, apprentices will go beyond the basics of vegetable production and learn the skills they will need for a managerial position on a vegetable farm.
Educational Opportunities
We believe the most effective method of teaching farming is through experiential learning out in the field. We supplement our apprentice in-field learning with other educational opportunities including:
- Participating in 60 hrs of classroom-based learning presented by experts outside of the Glynwood farm team
- Sessions lasting 1-3 hrs on 20 different key farming topics and systems delivered by Glynwood farm managers
- Weekly field walks and rotating managerial responsibilities
- Visiting many other regional farms as part of Mid-Hudson CRAFT
- Access to a robust alumni network and other organizational contacts for long-term technical and general networking assistance
Compensation
The vegetable apprentice positions are 9 months, from mid-March to mid-December. Apprentice compensation is as follows:
- $15 per hour wage
- Private room in a 6-bedroom house shared with the other apprentices
- Educational programing averaging 5 hrs/week
- Paid time off
- $500 in a Healthcare Reimbursement Account
- $200 workwear stipend, and $250 conference stipend
- Free Glynwood eggs and vegetables and a 40% discount on Glynwood meat and Farm Store products
Click here for the Vegetable Apprentice posting and the link to the application form. Apply by October 15, 2023 to be considered during our first-round interviews.
