Current Job Openings

If you are a student at CATA already, we will pay you to work on a farm!

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If you are a student at a Cullman County or Cullman City School please apply here:

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If you have any questions regarding the internships please call Markus at the Agriplex: 256-297-1044

Job description

Looking to hire an intern to work alongside farm/greenhouse/nursery project manager/ school gardens/ North Alabama Agriplex and their team. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to assisting with the planting, maintaining and harvesting of crops, helping with various business projects and/or farm animal care tasks.

Job location depends on how we will be able to match applicants and farmers.

General qualifications

Minimum qualifications to be successful in this role: must be helpful, teachable, possess a good attitude, work ethic and good problem-solving skills. Other useful skills/considerations are listed below:

 Some farming or related experience.
 Satisfactory Oral and Written Communication Skills.
 Must be able to work an average of 15 hours a week.
 Weekend and evening work may be useful to the employer.
 Must be able to work individually as well as with others.
 Must be able to follow instructions with minimal to no supervision.
 Experience using tools and farm equipment is helpful.
 Must be willing and able to do outdoor, manual labor.
 Knowledge of planting, harvesting and related processes is a plus.
 Knowledge or experience with building/construction and/or equipment repair is a plus.

Work Environment Physical Demands

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those an
intern may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

 Frequently required to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time.
 Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
 Must be willing to work around a wide range of agriculture production products.
Personal safety protective equipment will be provided if needed.
 Must be willing to tolerate common outdoor allergens, pollen, manure, dust, odors, etc.
 Must make employer aware of any severe allergies and discuss protocols if exposed/stung (especially bee/wasp allergies).

Pay

Salary:  Up to$15 per hour on a contract basis (employee responsible to pay all applicable taxes)

Benefits

Growth & Development Opportunities
As a farm intern, you will learn and train under the farm managers and
skilled farm workers with the goal of gaining valuable experience and knowledge of
sustainable agriculture, conservation and marketing.

It is the policy of the North Alabama Agriplex that all persons are entitled to equality of opportunity in all areas of employment, regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, national origin, religion, veteran status, genetic information, or other legally protected status.