Careers at McLaughlin Garden

The McLaughlin Garden is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, public garden nestled in the Western Foothills of Maine. As a designated cultural landscape, we strive to preserve the historic 19th-century gardens and homestead of Bernard McLaughlin while simultaneously promoting ecologically-minded gardening for the 21st-century. As a place for gathering, we offer accessible programming and family-friendly events in an effort to strengthen our local community. Join the McLaughlin Garden team today and support us in our mission to cultivate a beautiful and  healthy environment where discovery, creativity, and connections are nurtured.

 

We are currently accepting applications from college students or recent graduates for two full-time, paid internships at McLaughlin Garden.  These are 10-11 week positions through spring and summer 2025, with an option for free housing.

 

The McLaughlin Garden – 2025 Seasonal Administrative Internship Description

 

The McLaughlin Garden – 2025 Seasonal Horticultural Internship Description

 

For questions regarding the Seasonal Administrative Internship, please contact Interim Director, Leslie Guenther, at director@mclaughlingarden.org.

For questions regarding the Seasonal Horticultural Internship, please contact Horticulturist, Corey Kotfila, at garden@mclaughlingarden.org.

 

We are also hiring a part-time, Seasonal Garden Assistant for the 2025 Season. This is a short-term position with flexible work hours.

 

The McLaughlin Garden – 2025 Seasonal Garden Assistant

 

For questions regarding the Seasonal Garden Assistant position, please contact Horticulturist, Corey Kotfila, at garden@mclaughlingarden.org.