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Running Creek Farm

Farm Assistant

Tasks & Responsibilities:

Farm Assistant would help with most aspects of farming operation, including planting, weeding, harvesting of produce, as well as learn about planning and marketing.

Qualifications:

Willingness to learn small-scale farming techniques. Some background in gardening or farming could be helpful, but is not required. Farming can be physically challenging — working in hot weather, getting dirty, lifting heavy items, etc.

Learning Opportunities:

Students will learn through hands-on activities what is involved in operating a successful market-scale farm.

Additional Comments:

Outdoor work requires clothing that can get dirty; hat and sun-protection are encouraged, rain gear needed at times.

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Tanya Couch serves as the Career Communications Coordinator within the Cooperative Education Program. In this role, Tanya prepares students for post-graduate success, by assisting in career development such as resume building, interviewing skills, online profile development, and providing general advice and guidance how to pursue a full-time work or graduate studies opportunity.