Careers
Join our team!
Open Positions:
- Internships (Rolling Applications)
- Volunteers (Rolling Applications)
CADE is an equal opportunity employer committed to complying with all federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws. CADE prohibits discrimination against any employee and considers applicants for all positions without regards to race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, military status, height and weight, religion, genetic predisposition or carrier status, arrest record, or any other legally protected status.
Internships
Our internship program is open to college students or recent graduates who wish to gain real world job experience with a regional and state leader for agriculture and economic development. Internships are based in Oneonta, NY. A travel stipend is available, and we can accommodate hybrid or remote work depending on personal preference and type of internship. The time commitment would typically be 5-20 hours/week for at least 3-4 months, to be coordinated with the internship supervisor. The internship may be eligible for college credit or work study – speak with your internship coordinator or career counselor at your college or university.
To apply, send a cover letter noting which internship(s) you are interested in and your related qualifications, along with your resume and a 1-2 page writing sample (essay, presentation, social media post, self-produced video clip, etc) to office@cadefarms.org. Please include “Internship Application” in the subject line. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with start date based on availability.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Enthusiasm for CADE’s mission
- Self-motivated and able to accomplish work independently as well as collaboratively
- Outstanding writing, editing, and communications skills
- Comfortable with a variety of office technology or readiness to learn (e.g., spreadsheets/Excel, Wix, Squarespace, Salesforce, social media, GSuite, etc.)
- Must meet internship-specific qualifications (below)
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Read on for types of internships and general scope of work. Note that no two internships are alike – they will consist of specific projects co-developed by the intern and internship supervisor in an effort to make the experience as meaningful and impactful as possible.
Volunteers
CADE is seeking volunteers to support our work in event planning, outreach and promotion, donor management, and logistics/administration. To apply, send an email to office@cadefarms.org with “Volunteer Application” in the subject line. Please include your resume and a cover letter detailing your interest in volunteering for CADE. Volunteers will be accepted on a rolling basis, as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Enthusiasm for CADE’s mission
- Ability to multitask, keep organized, and be collaborative and communicative
- Outstanding writing, editing, and communications skills
- Comfortable with a variety of office technology or readiness to learn (e.g., spreadsheets/Excel, Wix, Squarespace, Salesforce, social media, GSuite, etc.)
- Self-motivated and able to accomplish work independently as well as collaboratively