Harlem Valley Homestead

Last Updated On: May 7th, 2026 at 07:36PM MST

Contact information

Farm Address:

Wingdale, New York, 27231

Primary Contact: Eric Harvey
Secondary Contact: Eric Harvey

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    Email: erich@harlemvalleyhomestead.com

Website: http://www.harlemvalleyhomestead.com

Internship information

General Farm Description: "Harlem Valley Homestead is an education-focused diversified vegetable, flower and livestock farm on 250 acres in Wingdale NY. We maintain 50 acres in pasture and 5 acres in cover crop for future production. We currently have a herd of beef cattle, a flock of layer chickens, a small orchard, a small vegetable and flower garden and a small apiary. We are not certified, though we adhere to organic practices. We sell at local farmer's markets and to local restaurants, process for value-added products, and grow for on-site events and workshops for the local community. We have plans to grow and expand: in 2019 we are scaling up our vegetable and flower production, growing our apiary, adding sheep to our pasture rotations, pigs to our woods, an herb garden, a hop yard, and mushroom cultivation. This year we are also restoring and building out our farm infrastructure including barns, a propagation greenhouse, hoop houses, perimeter and deer fencing, and wells and irrigation. This is a dynamic phase of growth as we establish the foundation of our farm and work towards our future of becoming a rural agrarian learning center, in which we will host overnight guests who can participate in on site activities. More information is on our website at www.harlemvalleyhomestead.com. "

CRAFT Member Farm? No

Internship Starts: 4/1/2019
Internship Ends: 11/15/2019
Number of Internship Available: 6
Application Deadline: 3/15/2019
Minimum Length of Stay: 4 months

Internship Details:

“We are seeking up to six full time apprentices for the 2019 growing season. The apprenticeship at HVH is a hands-on learning experience across all areas of our operations including farm production, kitchen processing, on-site events and market sales. If you like to ask questions, love to learn on the job and are excited to work with a dynamic team in a startup environment, then join us! If you are looking for a formal educational program from an established farm or school, then this might not be the best fit. Previous farming experience is helpful, although we are willing to train the right candidate.

Positive attitude, a sense of humor and a collaborative spirit are a must. Team members must have a love of physical labor, be able to safely lift 50 lbs regularly, and be willing to work in all weather conditions. Weekly tasks may include fence work, water line repair, soil preparation, planting, weeding, irrigating, pruning/trellising, seeding, harvesting, wash/pack, pest management, mushroom cultivation, farmer's market sales, cooking and food-processing. Apprentices will receive proper safety training and instruction.

Apprentices will gain working knowledge of:

Multi-species intensive rotational grazing and pasture management
Animal husbandry
Intensive vegetable and herb production
Cut flower production
Honey production and apiary management
Mushroom cultivation
Kitchen processing and fermentation, including beer brewing

Additional opportunities include:

Participation in on-farm educational workshops such as foraging, fermentation and candle making
Participation in community events such as burger nights, farm tours and volunteer days
Training on equipment: tractor and skid steer, small engine equipment (BCS, weed whacker, etc.)
Develop fluency in a range of hand tools developed for intensive vegetable production.

REQUIREMENTS

The apprenticeship runs from April to November.
Hours will average 40-45 hours per week, though may vary week to week and seasonally
Apprentices must be available to work some weekends for chores, markets and/or events.
We can consider a later seasonal start for the right candidate.
There is also the possibility of winter work, as well as the potential for career growth in our expanding organization.
Clean driving record and valid driver's license for farmers markets and deliveries

COMPENSATION + BENEFITS

$12 / hour. Hourly rate negotiable for people who do not require housing
On-site housing along the beautiful Ten Mile River with access to hiking on the Appalachian Trail
Weekday team lunch, prepared in the spirit of sharing work and food
Bountiful farm produce and 30% off meat
CRAFT membership with the opportunity to visit regional farms
Work outside in a beautiful environment
Work with a dynamic team of educators, farmers, cooks, conservationists and naturalists
90 minute train ride from NYC on Metro-North (5 min from train station)

APPLY
To apply, please send an email introducing yourself and your interest in joining us to Eric Harvey at erich@harlemvalleyhomestead.com. Please include a resume / CV and three references.”

Educational Opportunities: CRAFT and on-site educational workshops

Skills Desired: Previous farming experience preferred though not required

Meals: Daily farm lunches with whole staff (M-F). Free veggies and discounted meat.

Stipend: $12/hour (higher wage negotiable if housing not required)

Housing: On-site housing included (no charge)

Preferred method of Contact: email