About the role#
This position is for Environmental Science majors who want to explore regenerative agriculture practices. You will work in the organic garden and the CNS greenhouse. The role involves hands-on experience with no-till methods, cover crops, and planting diverse crops to support beneficial insects.
What you'll do#
- Attend weekly training meetings to build skills and set work priorities.
- Raise crops from seed in the greenhouse and organic garden.
- Maintain garden beds, fences, and hoses.
- Water, weed, and harvest crops.
- Apply mulch around beds to help reduce pests.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an Environmental Science major.
- An interest in regenerative agriculture practices.
- A commitment to exploring these practices within the campus garden.
Location & details#
- Location: Ithaca, New York.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Part-time with flexible hours and work days.
- Compensation: 16.00 per hour.
About Ithaca College
Ithaca College is a private liberal arts institution based in Ithaca, New York. Founded in 1892 as a music conservatory, the college now offers over 90 majors and 70 minors across five schools. It maintains a residential campus environment for a student body supported by approximately 2,881 employees. The institution emphasizes a combination of academic theory and practical performance.
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