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How much do farming summer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for farming summer in the United States is $50,833.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,000.00 and $54,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a farming summer job?

Farming Summer jobs are seasonal positions on farms, typically available during the planting, growing, and harvesting months. These jobs can include tasks such as planting crops, watering, weeding, harvesting produce, and caring for livestock. They are popular among students and individuals seeking temporary work outdoors, and they offer hands-on experience in agriculture. Farming Summer jobs can be physically demanding but are rewarding for those interested in learning more about food production and rural life.

What are some unique challenges faced during a summer farming position, and how can applicants prepare for them?

Summer farming roles often involve working long hours outdoors in varying weather conditions, which can be physically demanding. Applicants should be prepared for tasks such as planting, harvesting, and equipment maintenance, often as part of a small, close-knit team. Building stamina, staying hydrated, and wearing appropriate protective gear are essential for success. Additionally, flexibility and strong communication skills are important, as priorities on the farm can shift quickly depending on weather or crop needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a farming summer worker, and why are they important?

To succeed as a Farming Summer worker, you need basic agricultural knowledge, physical stamina, and the ability to follow instructions, though formal qualifications are often not required. Familiarity with farm machinery, irrigation systems, and safety protocols is helpful and sometimes taught on the job. Strong work ethic, reliability, teamwork, and adaptability are crucial soft skills for meeting seasonal demands and collaborating with others. These skills ensure efficient farm operations, safety, and successful completion of planting, maintenance, and harvest tasks during the busy summer season.

What is the difference between Farming Summer vs Farmhand?

AspectFarming SummerFarmhand
Required CredentialsNone or minimal; often high school diplomaNone or minimal; often high school diploma
Work EnvironmentSeasonal outdoor farm settingsSeasonal outdoor farm settings
Employer & Industry UsageUsed for seasonal farm work during summer monthsCommonly used for general farm labor roles

Farming Summer typically refers to seasonal positions focused on farm work during summer, often involving tasks like planting, harvesting, and general farm maintenance. Farmhand is a broader term for workers performing various manual labor tasks on farms, which can include seasonal or year-round roles. Both roles usually require minimal credentials and are performed in outdoor farm environments, but Farming Summer emphasizes the seasonal aspect more explicitly.

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Infographic showing various Farming Summer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 26% Full Time, 64% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 7% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,833 per year, or $24.4 per hour.

Ag Maintenance Tech Intern Summer 2026

Seneca Foods Corporation

Glencoe, MN

$18/hr

Temporary, Internship

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Seneca Foods rating

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Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

126th of 440 rated food and drinks producers


Job description

Seneca Foods is one of North America's leading providers of packaged fruits and vegetables with facilities located throughout the United States. Our high quality products are primarily sourced from over 1,400 American farms. Seneca holds the largest share of the retail private label, food service, and export canned vegetable markets, distributing to over 90 countries. Products are also sold under the brands of Libby's®, Aunt Nellie's®, READ®, Seneca Farms®, Green Valley®, Green Giant (Shelf-Stable)®, CherryMan®, Paradise®, Pennant®, and Seneca labels, including Seneca snack chips. Seneca also provides vegetable products to other companies under various co-pack arrangements.Help us make our Farm Fresh Goodness Great! Come join the Seneca Foods team - Apply now! Seneca Foods Corporation is currently accepting applications for summer internships at Glencoe, MN for Ag Maintenance Tech Intern. Seneca Foods is North America's leading provider of packaged fruits and vegetables, with facilities located throughout the United States. Its high-quality products are primarily sourced from over 2,000 American farms. Our mission at Seneca Foods Corporation is to feed the world safe and nutritious products that are valued and enjoyed by families everywhere. We are committed to providing healthy and affordable fruits and vegetables, giving consumers the best nutritional value possible.Internships are through our Pack season, June-November, but are flexible with school schedules. Agriculture Maintenance Tech Intern Summer 2026 Qualifications: Background in Ag Business, Farm Management or related experienceTraining/Internship Plan Outline: Skills building in maintenance of pea and corn harvest equipment. Trouble shooting mechanical issues, organizational skills and production planning through the ability to maintain a constant flow of high quality product to the plant. Supervision of seasonal crew of 3 to 5 employees. Assist the Mechanic with day to day management of harvesting to meet plant production needs. Mechanical skills, motor repair and troubleshooting electrical components. Other duties as assigned. There will be opportunities for overtime and time off to accommodate school and personal commitments. There is always something happening at Glencoe during the Pack season, providing you with numerous chances to learn from many people. We look forward to getting to know you better and welcoming you to the Glencoe team!Starting wage range based on skills, abilities, and experience at $18.54 per hour. If any of this sounds interesting to you and you want to learn more, apply today! Seneca Foods Corporation is committed to providing equal opportunity for all, through a positive and continuing affirmative action program. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. Seneca Foods Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at ADA senecafoods.com or call 585-495-4100.Nearest Major Market: Hutchinson Nearest Secondary Market: Glencoe

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