2026 Summer Intern
The James W. Dow Internship Program
Job Term: This is a 12-week seasonal/summer position, May 26th to August 14th (with flexibility).
Job Requirements: This position requires outdoor skills, the ability to do physical work, a good work ethic, the ability to work productively alone and as part of a team, dependability, and initiative. Computer skills, reliable transportation, and an interest in outdoor education and land conservation are also required.
For more details, please read the 2026 James W. Dow Summer Intern Job Description and Details PDF.
Compensation: $18.00 per hour. Housing can be provided at no cost, if required. Paid Holidays.
To Apply: Please email a resume and cover letter to Andrew@bluehillheritagetrust.org by February 15, 2026. Please put your first and last name, and “2026 Internship” in the email subject line.
2026 Seasonal Land Steward
Seasonal 7-Month Position
Job Term: This is a temporary seasonal full-time position. Preferred start and end date, April 13th, 2026 – October 30th, 2026 (flexibility on start and end dates).
Job Requirements: This position requires outdoor skills, the ability to do physical work, a good work ethic, the ability to work productively alone and as part of a team, dependability, and initiative. Computer skills, reliable transportation, and an interest or prior experience in land conservation, land management, forestry, trail work, or related fields are required.
For more details, please read the 2026 Seasonal Land Steward Job Description and Details PDF.
Compensation: $20.50 per hour. Satisfaction of contributing to a great cause as part of a small-medium sized but ambitious community-based organization. Paid holidays.
To Apply: Please email a resume, cover letter & references to Andrew@bluehillheritagetrust.org by February 22, 2026. Please put your first and last name, and “Seasonal Land Steward” in the email subject line.
The Blue Hill Heritage Trust is a community-based, non-profit, conservation organization dedicated to conserving the special land and water resources on the Blue Hill peninsula. It was founded in 1985 by local residents and is supported by community donations and grant funding. The Trust has protected over 12,600 acres of diverse conservation land, including both conservation land that it owns and privately- owned land on which it holds legally binding conservation restrictions. The organization is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors and is managed by a full-time Executive Director.
Volunteer with BHHT
Have some free time or need an excuse to get outdoors? Consider contacting us about volunteer opportunities at BHHT.
Blue Hill Heritage Trust provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Blue Hill Heritage Trust complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Blue Hill Heritage Trust expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Blue Hill Heritage Trust’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.