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Position Information
Job Title Corvallis Farm Unit/Powell Appointment Type Student Employee Job Location Corvallis Position Appointment Percent 100 Appointment Basis 12 Pay Method Hourly Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month Pay Date Last working day of the month Remote or Hybrid option? Min Hourly Rate $15.05 (Standard); $14.05 (Non-Urban); $16.30 (Portland Metro) Max Hourly Rate $19.50 (Standard); $19.00 (Non-Urban); $20.50 (Portland Metro) Position Summary
This recruitment will be used to fill three part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) student workers for the Corvallis Farm Unit at Oregon State University (OSU).
The Corvallis Farm Unit is seeking to hire 2-3 student employees to assist with seasonal farm operations. This position provides hands-on experience working in both agricultural and research environments, supporting daily field activities across multiple farm locations.
Student employees will assist with a wide range of responsibilities including planting, cultivation, irrigation setup and management, harvesting, and general crop maintenance. Duties will also include weed and pest management, basic equipment maintenance, and upkeep of farm facilities such as roads, fences, shops, and communal spaces. Additional tasks may include field scouting, data entry, record keeping, transportation of tools, materials, and/or equipment between locations, as well as contributing to special projects as needed.
This role is well-suited for individuals interested in agriculture, research, or gaining practical outdoor work experience. Work is primarily performed outdoors in varying weather conditions and may involve physical labor.
We are looking for dependable, motivated individuals who are eager to learn and contribute to a team-oriented environment. This is a great opportunity to build skills, gain experience in farm operations, and be part of a dynamic and supportive workplace.
Transferable Skill Development
OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below:
Communication, Teamwork, Technology, Career & Self-Development
Position Duties
Field Operations Support (35%)
Irrigation Setup & Management (20%)
General Labor & Miscellaneous Tasks (15%)
Weed, Pest, and Crop Management (15%)
Basic Equipment Maintenance (10%)
Travel and Transportation (5%)
Minimum Qualifications
Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/student-employment-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements
Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program
Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*
International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered "full-time" by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
Additional Required Qualifications
Gators, UTV, ATV,
Tractors, Combines, harvesters and other farm equipment
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number P12989SE Number of Vacancies 3 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 05/01/2026 Anticipated Appointment End Date Posting Date 03/27/2026 Full Consideration Date Closing Date 06/01/2026 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students Special Instructions to Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
For additional information please contact: Jared Powell at powellja@oregonstate.edu
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
This position requires driving a University vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the University; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Motor Vehicle History Check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions (as per Voluntary and Compulsory Driver Standards OSU Standard 125-155-0200) as per OSU Standard 576-056-0000 et seq.
Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
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