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Student Worker - Beginning Farmer

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Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number Stu02545P
Home Org Name AL Cooperative Extension Systems
Division Name AL Cooperative Extension System
Position Title Student Worker - Beginning Farmer
Working Title (if different from Position Title)
Job Summary
The Alabama Extension IPM and Beginning Farmer Programs, focused on specialty crops, is hiring an undergraduate student seeking valuable long-term research and Extension experience. Freshman or Sophomore students are encouraged to apply for long-term career development/experience with a multifaceted program as part of a large team.
Essential Functions
This student will work as an undergraduate project assistant with tasks that include:

  • Conducting research/insect monitoring during summers at various experiment stations and commercial farms across Alabama, and coordinate mobile app development efforts (‘Farming Basics’ app – https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/ipm-farming/farming-basics-mobile-app/).
  • The student may also assist in project evaluations from time to time (develop your Excel data skills!).
  • The student will thus develop strong research and communication project skills working directly with the project leader and producers statewide.
  • This summer, the position will be full-time working up to 40 hours a week (20 hours per week at other times).
  • The position will carry over to the fall and spring semesters as part-time and is ideal for students looking for flexible work hours during the day.
Minimum Qualifications
Currently enrolled as an Auburn University undergraduate student.
Preferred Qualifications
Pay Rate $11.00/hour
Work Hours 20
City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located: Alabama
Posting Detail Information

Posting Date 06/09/2023
Closing Date
EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.



AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link for Internal Postings https://www.auemployment.com/postings/38773

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter

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