About the Position

Seed Crew provides the first opportunity for young people to get involved with The Food Project. 

Each summer, we recruit 72 high school students between the ages of 14 and 17 across racial, socio-economic, gender identity, and geographic differences to work on our urban and suburban farms in Boston, Lincoln, Lynn, and Wenham, MA. During this six-week program, youth work with staff to grow vegetables and distribute thousands of pounds of produce while developing leadership, teamwork, workplace, and civic participation skills.

After working on our farms each morning, Seed Crew spends most afternoons in workshops learning about sustainable agriculture, food access, social justice, and more.

2026 Seed Crew Dates:

• North Shore Seed Crew:  July 6 – August 12
• Greater Boston Seed Crew: July 6 – August 13

 Summer 2026 Seed Crew Applications are now open!

• North Shore applications close:  Friday, April 10, 2026 | 11:59 P.M.
• Greater Boston applications close: Friday, April 24, 2026 | 11:59 P.M.

Seed Crew Requirements

To be eligible for the position, prospective candidates must:

• Be between the ages 14-17 (must be 14 by June 1 and have completed 8th grade by July 1).
• Have completed an application with a recommendation before the deadline.
• Be available to work every day of the entire six-week Seed Crew.
• Be invited for, and complete an interview.

Note: In order to submit your application, you must have a letter of recommendation included from an adult who is not a family member.

Compensation

Seed Crew members will work approximately 28-32 hours per week, and will be paid $15.50 per hour.