Sustainable Agriculture Farm Intern

Johnson County Community College; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount for JCCC courses

More scheduling flexibility

Gym access on campus

Job summary

Sustainable Agriculture Farm Intern at Johnson County Community College (JCCC) in Overland Park, KS, works on the College Farm and with the Center for Sustainability on diverse projects.

The position is a student employee in Academic Affairs, non-exempt, with hours varying up to 15 per week, requiring both farm and office work and a willingness to learn day-to-day planning for sustainable market farming.

Qualifications

• JCCC student enrolled at Johnson County Community College.
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to conduct duties in a friendly, discreet and professional manner.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as accept direction.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass MVR and background check.
• Travel within local area and on campus.
• Lift/move up to 150 pounds with designated equipment or assistance.

Responsibilities

• Support farm operations and learn day-to-day planning for sustainable market farming.
• Assist with marketing of farm products and campus/community outreach.
• Maintain clean, safe facilities and equipment; communicate safety issues promptly.

Skills

Problem solving

Independence

Professional demeanor

Driver's license

MVR/background check

Mobility 150 lbs

Travel within local area

Education

JCCC student

Job description

Position:

Sustainable Agriculture Farm Intern

Department:

Academic Affairs

Type of Position:

Student employee

Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

Work Schedule, Hours per week:

Varies, up to 15 hours per week

Opportunity for hybrid schedule:

No

Starting Salary Range:

$15.68

Position Summary:

This internship is designed to provide a student at JCCC practical experience working at Johnson County Community College's Farm as well as with JCCC's Center for Sustainability on a variety of projects. Successful applicant must be willing to do farm work as well as office work.

Required Qualifications:

• JCCC student.
• Strong problem solving/troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to conduct duties in a friendly, discreet and professional manner.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as accept direction on given assignments.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass MVR along with background check.
• Travel required within local area and on campus.
• The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 150 pounds with the use of designated moving equipment and/or other assistance.

Position details include but are not limited to:

• To provide labor and learn the development of the farms operations. Performance is acceptable when:
  • Work is performed in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Tasks are completed to the satisfaction of the job requirements.
  • Employee is involved in day to day planning and is actively learning the planning process for sustainable market farming
• To learn and conduct proper marketing of products for a sustainable farming operation Performance is acceptable when:
  • Tasks are completed to the satisfaction of the job requirements.
  • Interactions with campus and community are positive and meaningful.
• Operate and maintain clean, orderly facilities and equipment, in a safe manner. Performance is acceptable when:
  • Areas are maintained in a clean, orderly and safe fashion.
  • Issues are clearly communicated that arise from a lack of clean, orderly and safe operations.

To be considered for this position we will require an application, resume, and cover letter.

*Unofficial transcripts are required for all Adjunct faculty and Faculty positions.

Benefits Category

For Part-time partial is employees who have a more flexible schedule working less than 630 hours a year

• Tuition discount for JCCC courses
• More flexibility on scheduling
• Free access to the Gym on campus for all employees and dependents
• Discount to the Hiersteiner Child Development Center

About JCCC:

Established in 1969, Johnson County Community College is dedicated to transforming lives and strengthening communities through learning. Located in Overland Park, Kansas, JCCC has enjoyed a national reputation for educational excellence and student success for more than 50 years. That's five decades dedicated to smaller class sizes, more resources and a thriving campus culture – not to mention our competitive tuition rates and extracurricular experiences that transcend the norm.

Mission:

JCCC inspires learning to transform lives and strengthen communities.

Vision:

JCCC will be an innovative leader in equitable student access, learning and success.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

JCCC is an equal opportunity employer and equal access institution. JCCC does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, religion, marital status, parental status, military status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other factors that cannot be lawfully considered in its programs and activities, which includes employment and admissions, in accordance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Executive Order 11246, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Vietnam Era Veteran’s Readjustment Assistance Act, the Jobs for Veterans Act of 2002, the Kansas Acts Against Discrimination and all other applicable civil rights and nondiscrimination laws.

Inquiries concerning JCCC's compliance with its nondiscrimination policies (including Title IX, Title VI and Section 504 inquiries) may be referred to a Title IX Coordinator [e-mail], or Director of Human Resources, or the Dean of Students and Learner Engagement at Johnson County Community College, 12345 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS 66210, 913-469-8500; or to Office for Civil Rights, Kansas City Office, U.S. Department of Education, One Petticoat Lane, 1010 Walnut Street, Suite 320, Kansas City, MO 64106, Telephone: [phone], Facsimile: 816-268-0559, Email to: [e-mail].

Disclosure:

If you need any assistance throughout the search process, please reach out to the [e-mail]. In accordance with the college policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. Individual hiring departments at JCCC may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions as part of the applicant selection/hiring process. Many departments require those selected for hire to submit a certified transcript for all degrees obtained. For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to apply prior to the review date listed in posting.

Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity, may be updated at any time at the discretion of management. Scheduling, shift assignments and work location may be changed at any time, as required by business necessity. Scheduling, shift assignments and work location may be changed at any time, as required by business necessity.

If you are an applicant requesting assistance or a reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 913-469-3877, or email [e-mail].

Advertised:

28 Sep 2026 Central Daylight Time

Applications close:

12 Oct 2026 Central Daylight Time