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Feb 21, 2025 | Join Our Team, News & Updates

Now Hiring Summer Staff

577 is a nonprofit community arts and nature center situated on the former estate of our founder, Virginia Secor Stranahan. Open to all, 577 builds a creative, caring community through curiosity and lifelong learning. This enduring passion extends to all facets of 577— from ecological balance and environmental sustainability to broadening minds, stimulating imagination, and expanding horizons.

577 is currently recruiting seasonal staff members for this summer. Are you (or someone you know) interested in organic gardening, environmental sustainability, or just looking for a physical summer job in a beautiful outdoor setting? Join our fantastic team and make a meaningful impact in the community!

These individuals will work alongside our properties team to tend the gardens and grounds, welcome visitors, and steward our mission through hands-on projects. Qualified candidates will be available to work 35 hours per week, from May through August.

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TO APPLY: Send a resume and cover letter to Assistant Director of Administrative Operations, Kelly Rose Hirsh, at khirsh@577foundation.org.

Diversity and equal employment opportunities are integral to all of our activities. We hire and promote based on an individual’s qualifications, skills, ability to do the required work, merit, and overall potential. We do not discriminate based on race, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, disability, military status, or any other classification protected by law.

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