EMPLOYMENT

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Wyoming County is hiring an Agriculture Assistant working from the Warsaw, NY office.

The Agriculture Assistant  will support a variety of garden, county fair, and office projects that contribute to ongoing agricultural programming. The position is designed to introduce the individual to a professional work environment while providing meaningful, hands‑on experience with tasks relevant to the agricultural field. It also aims to help build essential soft skills—such as communication, time management, and teamwork—and to encourage thoughtful reflection on career interests and future goals.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade Level - Recent high school graduate or entering Grade 11 or 12 in the upcoming academic year.
• Academic Standing - Must be in good academic standing with a GPA of 2.5 or higher (or equivalent).
• Interest in Agriculture - Demonstrate interest in agriculture, environmental science, biology, or related fields.
• Community Engagement - Ability and willingness to interact with local farmers, agricultural professionals, and the public in a respectful, professional manner.
• Availability - Ability to work flexible hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or additional hours during busy season, as appropriate.
• Transportation -  Must have reliable transportation to and from program sites across Wyoming County.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Preference given to students involved in FFA, 4 H, science clubs, or similar programs.

POSITION DETAILS

• Expected Weekly Hours: 8 hours per week (Part-Time)
• Hourly Wage: $16.00 per hour
• Location: Based from the Warsaw, NY office
• Remote Status: Remote work is not available.
• Benefits: No Benefits

APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED

• Apply online by 11:59pm EST on June 30, 2026

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered all applicants are requested to:

(1) Complete all sections of the Online Application

(2) Upload/attach a Cover Letter and Resume

(3) Upload/attach 3 Professional References

All applications with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Wyoming County and other county extension associations must be submitted through the  Cornell University employment system.  We post available job and internship opportunities on this page when they become available, with links to the Cornell website, for your convenience.

Last updated June 23, 2026