
SpiritWorks Herb Farm
How to Apply for Employment, Apprenticeships or Volunteer positions

We thank you for your interest in joining the SpiritWorks Farm Community. We offer employment, apprenticeships, and volunteer opportunities.
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Prospective apprentices and volunteers are encouraged to thoroughly explore our website, especially the FARM and FOR PROSPECTIVE SPIRITWORKERS tabs, to understand our mission and operations before applying.
Apprenticeships: We are currently taking applications for our apprenticeship programs. Preference will be given to those seeking college credit and herbalism students with goal-oriented learning. We are happy to consider your being here and look forward to your responses to the questions below with a clarification of your desired timeline and goals.
The minimum stay for apprentices is 60 days, and our fees are $1000/month for the first two months and $750/month thereafter.
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Fees for apprentices include full participation and immersion into all we offer here with food and a tent site and a private room (extra $200/month) or shared room (no additional charge) if available. Our apprenticeship programs are an intensive immersion, and dedicated participation in the following areas is expected:
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farming (soil, food, herbs, sales),
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processing preparation and uses of herbs,
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preparing farm to table meals featuring culinary herbalism
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creating a health building lifestyle,
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creating content for marketing
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completion of a legacy project
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growing oneself while creating community with others, and
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offering hospitality and educational programs for retreat center guests and community members.
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Apprentice Programs:
Apothecary Management Apprentice
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Employment : If you are strictly interested in employment, Please skip to the section bolded below for Application Process. ​
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We are not currently hiring full-time staff but welcome your interest anyway.
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Consider volunteering or doing an apprenticeship as we only hire from our volunteer and previous participant pool.
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Volunteer Opportunities :
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Looking for something to do that:
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is outside?
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is intimate with nature?
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contributes to local food and herbal medicine?
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makes the world feel like a better place?
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honors health and safe interactions?
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is participating in a high-energy team?
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SpiritWorks Herb Farm is taking applications for our volunteer farm team.
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Locals: Four hours per day minimum when you have the time
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WWOOFers: 30 hours/week
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We offer the ultimate safe social distancing learning work environment, a high energy upbeat team ethos, herbs and what food we can produce.
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Tent sites provided if you work four days per week.
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Volunteers are welcome just for the day on Wednesdays and with pre-scheduling on other days and will join in the activities of the day.
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A meal will be provided to those here for five hours or more.
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Our Application Process is below and the same for all positions.
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Integrated Application Process for SpiritWorks Programs
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Welcome to SpiritWorks Trilogy!
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Taking part in our programs is a unique opportunity to deepen your connection with the land, expand your skills, and contribute to a thriving community.
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This application process is designed to align your aspirations and skills with the opportunities available at SpiritWorks.
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We encourage you to approach these questions with intention and authenticity.
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Before you Begin:
Step 1: Choose Your Program
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Please select the program that best aligns with your goals and interests:
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WWOOF Volunteer Program (see www.WWOOFUSA.org)
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Local Volunteer
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Apprenticeship Program (select a specific track or propose a customized experience)​
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Farm Management Apprentice​
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Herbal Processing Apprentice
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Herbal Nutrition Apprentice
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Apothecary Management Apprentice
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Marketing Apprentice
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Step 2: Complete the Application Questions
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Your responses will help us tailor your experience to maximize your growth and contributon during your stay.
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1. Your Vision and Goals
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What draws you to SpiritWorks and what excites you about joining our program?​
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What are your vocational goals for coming here?
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2. Skills and Learning Objectives
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What specific skills or knowledge areas are you eager to develop during your stay?
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How do you envision using these skills in your future?
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3. Personal Development
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What kinds of experiences do you hope to gain while at SpiritWorks?
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Are there key moments in your life journey you would like to share to help us support your development?
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4. Experience and Engagement
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How do you see yourself engaging with the land, the community and the SpiritWorks mission?
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5. Commitment and Resilience
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Share a story about a time you pursued a meaningful goal with dedication. Include details about:
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The goal itself
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Challenges you encountered
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Strategies and resources that helped you succeed
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What was your biggest 'take-away'?
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How will this experience inform your time at Spiritworks?
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6. Practical Considerations
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Are there specific accommodations or needs we should be aware of? Dietary Restrictions? Allergies?
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Do you have prior experience with farming? herbalism? or related fields?
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( Note: Previous experience is not required.)
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7. Preferred Dates to join us
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We try to target specific dates for arrival for orientation to help us create a cohesive and high-functioning community. Please give us a sense of the time frame you wish to be here when you apply.
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Step 3: Submit Additonal Materials
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To complete your application, please include the following:
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Resume or Work History: Highlight relevant experience, skills, areas of study, or roles
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References: Provide contact information for 1-2 individuals who can vouch for your character or skills
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Portfolio (Optional): If applicable, share somemples of your work (e.g. writing, project photos)
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Step 4: Schedule a Conversation
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After reviewing your application, we will reach out to arrange an interview. This is an opportunity to :
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Discuss your goals and program details
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Clarify Expectations
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Ask any lingering questions
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Application Submission
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Email your completed application to SpiritWorksHerbs@gmail.com
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Use the following Subject:
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Application for [WWOOF / Volunteer / Apprenticeship] Program - Your Name
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Tips for a Successful Application
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Be Authentic: Reflect your true aspirations and goals
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Be Thorough: Provided detailed, thoughtful answers
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Be Creative: Envision How you wuld like to grow and contribute during your stay.
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Ready to Begin?
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We look forward to a transformational journey together!
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​The SpiritWorks Leadership Team
SpiritWorks LLC
Carolyn "Lindy" Dewey
P.O. Box 4044
Whitefish, MT 59937
406 260-7098
SpiritWorksHerbs@gmail.com
www.SpiritWorksTrilogy.com (Our Wellness Integration)
www.spiritworks.us (wellness practice)
www.spiritworksherbs.com (the herb farm)
www.spiritworksfarmstay.com (our retreat center)
Facebook: SpiritWorks Trilogy
Instagram: @spiritworkstrilogy
Our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@SpiritWorksTrilogy
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