Apprenticeships and Internships
Maine Coast Heritage Trust is offering paid apprenticeships and internships for individuals interested in pursuing a career in farming.
Paid Apprenticeships
We are now accepting applications for the following apprenticeship:
Maine Coast Heritage Trust offers paid apprenticeships for individuals interested in pursuing a career in farming. The positions may last from 4-months to 8-months and will be hosted at Erickson Fields. Each apprenticeship will include pay, benefits, shared housing, training and supervision.
The Erickson Fields Apprenticeship will focus on managing all facets of a vegetable market garden. Apprentices also will help lead agricultural programs for youth.
2026 Benefits: This is a seasonal, full-time position with 1 hour paid time off (PTO) earned for every 40 hours worked. The hourly wage for the Erickson Fields Apprentice is $17. Shared housing for the apprentice is available for the seasonal employment term.
To Apply: please email a cover letter and resume with three references to with “Erickson Apprentice” in the email subject line.
MCHT provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender expression or gender identity, genetic information or past or present military service in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, MCHT complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which MCHT has facilities.