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AccessibilityNYC Parks Plant Ecology Center and Nursery
Opportunities
For a morning or a lifetime, we welcome everyone interested in learning about or taking part in meaningful conservation and horticultural work that benefits New York City’s natural environment.
Volunteering
We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds and abilities to help with many parts of our work. Join us for hands-on seed cleaning workshops, gardening days, and more. Visit our Stewardship page to see current opportunities. For large groups or private events, please email us at PECAN@parks.nyc.gov.
Internships
We offer internships for high school, college, and graduate students throughout the year. Interns gain experience in horticultural work, seed conservation techniques, and other special projects. These internships come in many forms, often through partnerships with schools, nonprofit groups, NYC parks programs and other government agencies. Please email us to ask about current openings.
Employment
Job openings at PECAN are posted on the NYC Parks job board. Please reach out directly with any questions.
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