Karmê Chöling is a Shambhala Buddhist meditation center located in Barnet, Vermont. Established in 1970, Karmê Chöling offers mindfulness programs in a welcoming community setting for both new and experienced practitioners in Buddhist meditation. Our 460-acre property includes trails, retreat cabins, an organic garden, and a main building that hosts up to 60 residents and participants.

We are seeking a residential Garden Assistant for the 2026 growing season. 

The Garden Assistant will work closely with the Garden Manager to grow vegetables, flowers, herbs, shiitake mushrooms, and berries. This role is for someone with gardening experience, and a desire to live and work in a mindful, community-centered environment. This is a seasonal, full-time position from May through October. 

Residential staff form the heart of our community and commit to:

• 30 hours per week, plus 4 additional hours weekly of community-related tasks, including community household chores and attending weekly staff/community meetings 

Compensation and Benefits

• Monthly stipend of $800
• Room and board, and access to shared spaces
• 14 paid personal days (PTO) for six months of employment (includes holidays and sick days)
• Free access to qualifying meditation programs and retreats 
• Dedicated support for meditation practice, including a personal Meditation Instructor

Consideration for commuter with hourly pay will be considered for the right candidate.

Position starts May 1, 2026

For more information, please see our the position and application on our website: https://www.karmecholing.org/about/jobs-volunteer/job-opportunities

Contact: Kat Caldwell, Head of Personnel, for more information. [email protected]