Green & Away – ECO Festival Internship

Volunteer work: Interns and residents are valued members of the crew throughout the summer. Groups of volunteers stay for different durations, and you will be the backbone of the crew, providing ongoing knowledge of the site and undertaking longer-term projects. Interns and residents will join the volunteers during the setting up and taking down of the site.

Successful applicants for both roles should work well as part of a team as well as independently, enjoy taking on new challenges and responsibilities, and have an interest in sustainability, charity work, ecotourism, and outdoor living. You will gain considerable management experience and learn about the challenges involved in sustainable living and environmental education.

Green & Away has hosted volunteers every summer for around 10 years and the feedback has been excellent. Participants have gained life-changing skills and have described their time as the best summer of their lives. Green & Away is a unique and magical place, with something for everyone.

Both Internships and Residencies provide the chance to learn, grow, and contribute to a vibrant outdoor community and sustainable events venue. Whether you are exploring new skills or developing an existing craft, they have opportunities for you to get involved.

Internships: The internship programme is ideal for those looking to gain new skills, try out different responsibilities, and learn in a real-world, supportive environment. Interns are involved in the day-to-day running of the eco-events site, leading teams of volunteers, and getting hands-on experience across several parts of the organisation.

What to Expect:

A full induction and on-the-job training during your first week

Continuous support from a dedicated trustee mentor

Regular check-ins with your internship manager for guidance and feedback

Experience living and working in a close-knit, off-grid community

Internship programme structure: At Green & Away, internships are tailored to your skills, areas of interest and what you’d like to develop. You could run 1 long project, or a portfolio of smaller projects, all with a focus on sustainability, ecotourism and outdoor living.

Project Examples:

Creating a strategy for the charity

Designing and painting educational boards and signage

Conducting a carbon-footprint analysis

Supporting social media content planning

Designing and delivering workshops for volunteers

Alongside your individual project, you will take on responsibilities in one or more core departments. You are advised to read the departmental descriptions and think about which parts interest you, as well as what skills you have and could lend to us this summer season.

Departments:

Hospitality & Ecotourism

Project & Events Management

Environmental Education

Internships are a great route for those who enjoy teamwork, want more structure, and would benefit from set tasks, clear guidance, and learning new skills from scratch. This pathway is well suited to people who may not yet have a specialised skillset but are enthusiastic, motivated, and eager to grow

Please note: when you first arrive, the field will be mostly empty except for essential facilities, as the site is built collectively during the first weeks. The nearest shop and post office are approximately 2 miles away.