Current opportunities


Resource Center Intern

The Resource Center Intern supports Garden Project’s Resource Center, a plant and garden supply hub on Lansing’s east side serving community gardeners and low-income home gardeners. This position includes a $500 stipend and opportunity to receive college credit, if applicable.

Responsibilities include:

  • Assisting with Resource Center distribution dates
  • Maintaining Garden Project’s Demonstration Garden

10 – 15 hours a week, mid-May to mid August. Some evening hours are required.

Applications are closed for the 2024 season.


AmeriCorps Position

The AmeriCorps position is a hands-on role that provides direct support to community garden sites. Perfect for a motivated individual who enjoys working outside and is interested in the intersection between horticulture and community development. This position includes a living stipend and educational award.

Responsibilities include:

  • Infrastructure repairs
  • Garden maintenance, tilling and mowing
  • Resource and tool delivery
  • Leading volunteer groups
  • Other duties as assigned

Approximately twenty hours/week from late March – August. The application process opens in February. Applicants must be at least 17 years old and have a valid driver’s license.

Approx. 20 hours a week, late March to August. The application process opens in February. Applicants must be at least 17 years old and have a valid driver’s license.

Applications are closed for the 2024 season.


Other interns accepted occasionally; email gardenproject@glfoodbank.org for more information.