Our work-trade program is ideal for those who want to actively engage in a co-creative,
intentional community environment while practicing,
permaculture, farm-to-table cooking &
sustainable living.
We provide opportunities to integrate with nature, live in harmony with the
land, grow your own food, drink
water from the sky, and harness
energy from the sun.
It is a challenging, yet rewarding,
experience that will enrich your mind, body, and spirit.
Get your hands-in-the-earth
Permaculture education! At Team Synergy: you’ll help our land team tend the gardens, nursery, and orchards. You'll learn to observe and interact with the land, to understand food guilds and
permaculture design. You'll also learn to apply indigenous wisdom from a variety of
local and visiting experts teaching Korean Natural Farming, Hawaiian Cultural Planting Methods, and much more.
Immerse yourself in the natural process of growing your own food. Learn and apply microbe rich
compost teas using ancient natural farming techniques for food forest upkeep.
Call our GM at 800-309-8010 and tell them you saw the information on the permies forum or send an email to
gm@hawaiiansanctuary.com with the subject line: Interested in
permaculture
The positions include: Perks & Benefits
Community Living
Meet like-minded people with a passion for conscious living. Live in a communal setting while building life-long friendships and meaningful connections.
Classes & Events
Enjoy a diverse array of in-house classes and events, complementary to you. We offer daily morning yoga, permaculture lectures, dance events, and more.
Farm-to-Table
Vegetarian farm-to-table breakfast and lunch are prepared Monday-Friday by our in-house chefs. You will also have access to our community kitchen and gardens.
Eco-Conscious
We run on principles of sustainability put into practice. Water is supplied via catchment, energy is harnessed from the sun, and our land is pesticide-free.
Holistic Spa & Gym
Interns will have access to our spa facilities that feature an ozonated hot tub and UV infrared sauna. We're also home to Pahoa's largest gym.
Wifi Internet Access
Stay connected to friends and family with basic internet access in our community lounge.
