Seedleaf is a community gardening and farming organization located in Lexington KY. Seedleaf operates 10 community garden locations in North Lexington and two farm sites: the Seedleaf Community Farm and Headwater Farm.
Job Description
The student intern will report to the Seedleaf Farm Assistant, Em J Parsley and Farm Manager Megan Pillsbury. Work will take place primarily at Seedleaf’s Headwater Farm.
Applicant must be a current college or high school student
Per federal requirements, applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
Attended a high school where 80% or more of students receive free/reduced lunch, or
Live in a disadvantaged community (as identified by the Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool).
The intern needs to have their own form of transportation to and from Seedleaf’s Headwater farm location.
The intern needs to be able to handle basic machinery (mowers, and weed whackers)
The intern needs to be able to lift up to 30lbs. at a minimum
The intern will need to be comfortable spending full days outdoors during summer and late spring.
The intern is required to dress respectfully and responsibly. This includes, ensuring that you report to work with sun protection, wearing clothing that safely covers the skin (no decolletage or midriffs showing) , and closed toed shoes.
Applicants will receive a background check before being hired.
The start date for this position is May 5th, 2026.
Requirements
This position requires a commitment of 30 hours per week for 12 weeks (360 hours). The pay
rate is $15/hour.
Compensation
To apply for this position, Please send a cover letter and a resume to Christine@seedleaf.org.
How to Apply
Assist the farm team with management of Headwater Farm orchard
Remove invasive species from the riparian and buffer areas of the farm
Monitor nesting migratory birds and beaver habits
Plant native tree species in farm buffer zones
Catalogue native plant species at Headwater and their prevalence
Create educational printed material about Headwater Farm
Manage mushroom cultivation with the farm team
Assist the farm team with the propagation of edible, medicinal, native and beneficial perennials
Assist the farm team with planting, cultivation and harvesting of fruit and vegetable crops
Weekly mowing and weedwhacking is required
Funding for this opportunity is provided by the US Department of Agriculture, Forest Service with KAEE serving as the fiscal sponsor for the position. Learn more about KAEE at kaee.org.