Glynwood Livestock Apprentice
Last Updated On: September 24th, 2024 at 04:53PM MST
Contact information
Farm Address:362 Glynwood Road
Cold Spring, New York, 10516
Primary Contact: Nicole Scott
Primary Phone:
Type: Cell
Number: (845) 265-3338
Email: nscott@glynwood.org
Website: https://www.glynwood.org/about/job-opportunities.html
Internship information
General Farm Description: Our agricultural practices cultivate healthy soils, crops, pastures and livestock to produce healthy, nutritious food for the communities that we serve. We believe that these practices offer multiple benefits to our farm and our region because they cultivate healthy relationships on the farm and in the food system, minimize our need for inputs and our production of wastes, and support the accumulation of wealth. Our livestock operation is certified Animal Welfare Approved. Products are distributed via a meat CSA, on-site farm store, and to food access partners as part of our donation program. Read more at www.glynwood.orgCRAFT Member Farm? Yes
Internship Starts: 3/17/25
Internship Ends: 12/10/25
Number of Internship Available: 2
Application Deadline: Apply by October 15, 2024 to be considered during our first-round interviews. Applications received Oct 16 - Nov 30 will be considered in second-round.
Minimum Length of Stay: March 17, 2025- December 10, 2025
Internship Details:
Glynwood Livestock Apprenticeship
Glynwood’s Livestock Apprenticeship program is for young farmers who are ready to pursue a career raising livestock. Through a combination of hands-on experience and training, apprentices gain a solid foundation in the competencies and technical skills necessary to work on a small-scale diversified livestock operation. The 9-month Livestock Apprenticeship enhances apprentices’ understanding of the principles and practices of regenerative, pasture-based production of beef, pork, lamb and poultry products. This position is compensated at $15.50/hr and includes housing. All apprentices are participants in Glynwood’s Hudson Valley Apprenticeship program.
Click here for the Livestock Apprentice posting and the link to the application form. Apply by October 15, 2024 to be considered for first-round interviews.
Educational Opportunities: Educational Opportunities: In addition to working on the farm, apprentices receive significant education through a combination of a 60 hr classroom-based curriculum with expert instructors and an additional 30-50 hrs of education delivered by farm managers as learning modules. These modules each last 1-3 hours and cover 20 different key farming topics including: ● Low-stress animal handling ● FAMACHA and body condition scoring for small ruminants ● Hoof trimming ● Cattle & sheep breeding ● Meat inventory & CSA management ● Cost of goods sold & pricing ● Poultry processing ● Rotational grazing & pasture monitoring ● Fencing ● Calving & lambing ● Vet skills ● Egg washing & packing All apprentices are encouraged to visit regional farms as part of the Mid-Hudson Collaborative Regional Alliance for Farmer Training (CRAFT). Apprentices also gain access to a robust alumni network and other organizational contacts for long-term technical and general networking assistance.
Skills Desired: Eligibility Requirements: ● High school diploma or GED ● At least 3 consecutive months of working outdoors in a physically demanding job, such as landscaping, farming, or construction work ● Some livestock farming experience, such as one year’s employment or an internship on a farm is preferred ● Valid US Driver License in good standing ● COVID-19 vaccination Additional Requirements: ● Basic competency with the Google Suite, including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and calendar ● Ability to communicate clearly in English, verbally and in writing ● Professional, collegial, direct, non-aggressive communication skills ● Capable of both working alone and on a team ● Willing and able to help with emergencies during non-regular hours ● Comfortability with the reality of animal mortality Physical Demands: This is a physically challenging role. The Livestock Apprentice must be able and willing to: ● Ability to lift at least 50 pounds safely on a regular basis ● Lift and move small animals ● Herd large animals ● Lift and move bales, feed, etc. ● Ability to stand and walk for long hours ● Perform other physical activities as needed for performance of livestock work ● Work steadily outdoors in all weather including heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind. (Working outdoors is not required when conditions are hazardous to human health.) Travel and Weekend Work: ● Because livestock needs to be tended daily, the Farm Director, Livestock Operation and Farm Outreach will create a rotating weekend schedule for the livestock team, including apprentices. This may include chore coverage on holiday weekends. ● Apprentices participate in field trips off site, and may attend one or more conferences that require overnight stays.
Meals: ● Free Glynwood eggs and vegetables; and a 40% discount on Glynwood meat and Farm Store products
Stipend: Compensation: ● $15.50 per hour wage ● Paid time off: 48 hrs of vacation time, 40 hrs of sick time, paid holidays (however, farm staff rotate coverage of holidays and receive comp time for any holidays worked) ● An average of 200 paid educational hours ● $500 in a Healthcare Reimbursement Account ● $200 workwear stipend, and $250 education stipend ● Free Glynwood eggs and vegetables; and a 40% discount on Glynwood meat and Farm Store products ● Private room in a 6-bedroom house shared with the other apprentices
Housing: Employee Housing: Apprentices are assigned a private room in a 6-bedroom house and can expect to have 4 housemates. We cannot accommodate pets or significant others. Apprentices must be willing to share a living space with coworkers. Please carefully consider if you will be comfortable in this living situation before applying for this position.
Preferred method of Contact: Website: Please complete the job application form. No emails or phone calls please.