Student Job Board
Student Job & Opportunity Board
This page collects an assortment of job postings from faculty and staff of the Agronomy Department, as well as a number of opportunities for students post-graduation. You can also find scholarships and grants being offered to students.
These opportunities are intended for Agronomy students, but other related majors are considered. Jobs may be long or short-term depending on the work they entail.
If you are interested in one of these opportunities, please reach out to the contact listed in the post.
View even more College of Agriculture student employment opportunities here.
Agronomy Lead
Core Ag Solutions is seeking a highly motivated agronomist to join our team. While serving as the agronomy lead, this position will play a crucial role in optimizing our customer’s experience and crop production, ensuring sustainable and efficient agricultural practices.
Contact: Dalton Workman
Email: dalton.workman@coreagsolutionsllc.com
Phone: 812-360-0426
Assistant Extension Specialist in Agronomy
The Department of Plant Biology, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking applicants for a tenure-track faculty position in Agronomy at the Assistant Extension Specialist (Assistant Professor) level.
The Department is committed to the pursuit of excellence by increasing their on-the-ground commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Eligible candidates should have a background in agronomy, precision agriculture, crop ecology, water/nutrient management, soil health and fertility or closely related fields.
As an Extension specialist the successful candidate will conduct applied and basic research on agronomic field crops (grain, forage, fiber), precision agriculture, new technologies (drones, wireless sensors, robots, etc.), crop nutrition, soil water/nutrient management, as well as provide extension outreach and support for these commodities and stakeholders within the state and region.
Urban Soil Research Position
Dr. Anna Paltseva's lab is seeking highly motivated master’s students to contribute to cutting-edge research in urban soil science. This opportunity focuses on critical areas such as urban soil contamination—including heavy metals, PFAS (forever chemicals), and microplastics—as well as remediation methods, GIS mapping, urban agriculture, and community engagement.
We welcome applications from students interested in thesis research, capstone projects, internships, or gaining additional hands-on experience in urban soil science.
Full-Time Land Steward
Permanent - $41,000/yr starting salary
Land steward responsibilities include ecological restoration, conducting invasive species control, and construction and maintenance of amenities such as trails, bridges, and signage. Most work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions and at all NICHES properties.
Seasonal Stewardship Technician
Summer 2025 - $15/hr minimum, 12 weeks
Stewardship and Outreach Technician responsibilities include conducting invasive species control, trail maintenance, and facilitating volunteer activities.
Summer Outreach Intern
Summer 2025 - $15/hr minimum, 12 weeks
Outreach intern responsibilities include NICHES Adventure Camp assistance, marketing and promotions, outreach event coordinating, and facilitating volunteer activities.
Summer Intern - Climatologist
Salary: $15/hour; 40 hours/week
Duties & Responsibilities: This position is designed to expose the intern to the range of activities performed by the MRCC. The intern will assist MRCC climatologists with outreach and education activities (e.g., social media, marketing of products and tools), in responding to data and information requests in the MRCC service office, and with applied research projects.