Paid Farm Apprenticeship: Hands-On Sustainable Ag

Good Food Jobs; Amagansett (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Farm housing

Job summary

Amber Waves Farm is seeking apprentices for its 2027 Apprenticeship Program on Long Island. The 8-month paid program runs March–November, with in-field instruction, weekly meetings, and a curriculum covering propagation, soil health, irrigation, harvest, and budgeting.

The role is full-time, with hands-on learning, housing options nearby, and a pathway to advanced farm leadership opportunities. The program emphasizes practical skills in vegetable production, post-harvest handling, and

Qualifications

• Strong physical and mental work ethic with pace and self-awareness.
• Genuine interest in agricultural production and future in food/agriculture.
• Desire to learn and improve skill set and knowledge base.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to collaborate and sometimes manage others, including coworkers and the public.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Interest in agriculture

Desire to learn

Organizational skills

Collaboration/leadership

No prior experience required

Job description

Amber Waves Farm is seeking apprentices for its 2027 Apprenticeship Program on Long Island. The 8-month paid program runs March–November, with in-field instruction, weekly meetings, and a curriculum covering propagation, soil health, irrigation, harvest, and budgeting.

The role is full-time, with hands-on learning, housing options nearby, and a pathway to advanced farm leadership opportunities. The program emphasizes practical skills in vegetable production, post-harvest handling, and