Self-Sufficiency Support Staff Team Member

Two to four interns may be retained throughout the summer for 30-90 day periods, as the organic gardens will need ongoing care such as weeding & watering & successive sowing of new crops. Intern[s] will also help care for flock of poultry, cut firewood, groom & mark hiking trails & do general labor around grounds such as weed-whacking & painting.

Any interest in/familiarity with Alternative Energy would be beneficial in the maintenance & operation of our micro-hydropower system which provides all of our electricity. Knowledge & experience in the Hospitality Industry would be helpful as we will be hosting several events for paying clients periodically throughout the summer. Those interested in Nutrition/Dietetics could make a huge impact on our ongoing Wellness Retreat program by helping to create a menu plan & lessons for the clients’ stay.

Transportation between the city of Kodiak, Alaska, & the homestead is provided, as are room & board. Interns will be asked to sign a work agreement committing to 35-36 hours/week, & will have ample time off for hiking, kayaking, relaxing in the hammock, taking saunas, getting creative in the art studio, etc. There will also be many opportunities to learn food preservations techniques such as smoking, dehydrating & pressure cooking. Students must be comfortable in an isolated setting & in sharing quarters w/other interns/volunteers.

Please contact Mystic Mountain’s Director, Ginger Duncan to inquire: Ginger@MysticMountain.org .