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Green Heart Apprentice
The Green Heart Apprentice is a 14-month, full-time employment opportunity for a recent high school or college graduate. The Apprentice will provide educational planning & instruction, farming, and community outreach support to The Green Heart Project, having the opportunity to work, learn, and train with our Farm to School and Farm & Gardens teams. The Apprentice will gain practical experience and develop skills in experiential education programs, sustainable agriculture, garden maintenance and nonprofit operations.
Temporary position, 14 months | June 1, 2026 – July 31, 2027
$14-$19 per hour (Plus paid time off and health insurance reimbursement)
To learn more, see the full job description here.
To apply, please send a resume & cover letter to careers@greenheartsc.org.
Application deadline is April 2, 2026.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Interest in outdoor learning, school gardens, and urban farming.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient computer skills, including applications such as Google Workspace.
- Must have reliable transportation for travel to and from Green Heart garden sites.
Preferred Qualifications:
- High motivation and commitment to supporting The Green Heart Project’s mission and philosophy.
- Strong interest in learning about multiple facets of sustainable agriculture.
- Basic gardening knowledge.
- Ability to work with a team and maintain positive working relationships.
- Commitment to promoting and supporting health, education, and volunteerism.
- Prior participation in the Green Heart Project, either as an intern, student, or volunteer.
Summer Crew Member
During our 6-week summer Youth Internship Program (YIP), Crew Members (ages 14-18) will work with Green Heart staff to grow and distribute produce to the community at our Urban Farm, maintain Green Heart’s network of school gardens while students are away for the summer, and expand their knowledge and skills in urban farming and cooking through field trips, workshops, and community service opportunities. Over the course of the summer, interns develop teamwork and workplace skills, and deepen their essential connections to food, nature, and our community.
25 hours per week | Monday – Thursday | $12 -$13 per hour
June 8 – July 16
To learn more, see the full job description linked here.
To apply, please complete the application form linked here.
Application deadline is April 17, 2026.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- 14 – 18 years of age by program start date.
- Completion of 9th grade by program start date.
- Reliable transportation and ability to work Monday-Thursday for the entirety of the six-week program (June 8 – July 16)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong interest in learning about urban agriculture and willingness to work hard in the garden. No prior gardening experience required.
- Ability to demonstrate respect for self, others, and surroundings.
- Ability to effectively collaborate and build positive relationships with fellow employees and community members.
- Ability to receive constructive feedback.
- Openness to new experiences and commitment to being actively engaged in all activities.
- Prior participation in the Green Heart Project, either as an intern, student, or volunteer.
Summer Crew Leader
During our 6-week summer Youth Internship Program (YIP), the Crew Leader (age 19-25) will guide, support, and supervise our team of teenage Crew Members as they move through their farm duties, run our weekly produce market, and engage in workshops and field trips to deepen their knowledge and skills in urban farming and cooking. The Crew Leader serves as a role model, holding high expectations for their team and helping Green Heart staff maintain excellence in all aspects of YIP. Through this opportunity, the Crew Leader gains valuable experience and skills in team leadership, preparing them to grow, lead, and contribute to their community long-term.
30 hours per week | Monday – Thursday | $15 per hour
June 1 – July 23
To learn more, see the full job description linked here.
To apply, please complete the application form linked here.
Application deadline is April 2, 2026.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- 19 – 25 years of age by program start date.
- High school diploma, GED or similar
- Reliable transportation and ability to work Monday – Thursday for the entirety of the program, June 1 – July 23, 2026
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong interest in learning about urban agriculture and willingness to work hard in the garden. Prior gardening experience is preferred but not required.
- Previous leadership experience, preferably with high school age students.
- Ability to establish a sense of trust and belonging among a group of teenagers.
- Ability to foster engagement and motivate a group of teenagers.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to give and receive constructive feedback.
- Ability to demonstrate respect for self, others, and surroundings.
- Ability to effectively collaborate and build positive relationships with fellow employees and community members.
Garden Volunteer
We are always looking for volunteers to support our school gardens and the Urban Farm at Enston Home!
Garden Volunteers commit to garden work days or special projects throughout the semester. Our work days have a capped number of volunteer spaces. Garden work days are posted on our Events Calendar, so take a look, sign up and we’ll see you out in the garden!
DetailsUrban Farm Field Trips
Interested in bringing a group of students to the Urban Farm at Enston Home? A Green Heart Urban Farm Field Trip will consist of a farm tour, hands on garden activity, and a farm-fresh taste-test. Field trips can be designed to the meet the needs of your students and cover a wide range of topics. Please note there is a cost of $10/person for field trips – however, if this cost is prohibitive, we are happy to discuss payment with you further.
Fill out this inquiry form to get the process started and contact, info@greenheartsc.org with any questions.
DetailsGarden Volunteers and Volunteer Groups
Garden Volunteers: We are always looking for qualified & passionate volunteers to support our farm & gardens throughout the year. Garden Volunteers commit to garden work days or special projects throughout the year. Spring workday dates are posted on our Events Calendar, so take a look, sign up, and we’ll see you out in the garden!
Volunteer Groups: We are currently accepting groups of 15 people or fewer to volunteer on Thursday evenings at the Urban Farm at Enston Home. We require volunteers to register on our Events Calendar beforehand, so please check to see if there are spots available. Outside of Thursday evenings, we organize a limited number of special garden volunteer events for our financial sponsors. If you are interested in sponsorship, please contact Executive Director, Jesse Blom at jesse@greenheartsc.org.
Other ideas?
Would you like to get involved with our project in a way that is not listed? We are always open to suggestions from our volunteers, and ideas to improve our gardens and our programs are always welcome! For more information, please contact us at volunteer@greenheartsc.org