What are the responsibilities and job description for the ONE-YEAR RESIDENTIAL FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITY: JUBILEE COLLEGE position at Jubilee Railroad Wilderness Lodge?
Seeking creative, collaborative, self-starters, who are profoundly interested in putting their training, skills and passions toward living in a way that serves the health of the land, water, spirit, and local community. Apply to live for one year in contemplative community, while building applied experience, and with mentorship from a renowned team of leaders, as well as space and time in the beauty and inspiration of Mount Shasta, Castle Crags, and the vastness of local rivers, lakes, and trails. The fellowship group will be responsible for laying the groundwork and defining the plans & processes for the College.
Description
THE FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITY:
Full Description Available here: https://jubilee.college/internships
Jubilee College, Dunsmuir, CA, is a new, small two-year liberal arts school designed for a diverse community of young people who believe that a better world is possible and who want to reach for it with others, to create it. We seek an inaugural cohort of 10-12 Fellows for the June 2025 – June 2026 year, who will work alongside college founders and faculty to lay the groundwork for community life, and for living in a good way with and from the land. The College is rooted in physical work, rigorous liberal arts study, and contemplative practice. The first class of students will arrive in the fall of 2026.
Fellows will receive free room and board, and will live in a contemplative community to deepen the inner life of all involved. Fellows will contribute to the Jubilee College community by leading service initiatives and projects that align with their skills and talents, and will receive mentorship from College founders and their networks.
TO APPLY:
Please submit:
- Your resume
- A cover letter that includes:
Your preferred focus area(s) - select 1-2 from:
- Eating well from this landscape
- Healing the land/Ecosystem Health
- Land Use/Planning/Building
- Art/Service/Sacred hospitality
- Facilities/maintenance/technology
- Education
Tell us why you're specifically drawn to your chosen focus area(s) and how your experience, skills, and passions align with this work.
As part of the founding fellowship cohort at Jubilee College, you'll have the chance to shape the future of education while living in deep connection with the land, community, and spirit. In 2024, Jubilee College purchased the historic Railroad Park Resort & Dining Car restaurant, which has been beloved locally for 56 years, and has received top reviews from both guests and critics alike. We will not only be continuing to operate the resort and restaurant, but we have intentions to greatly expand both, as a hub and center in northern California for sacred hospitality, great food, and living in ways that restore earth and community.
What Makes This Opportunity Special:
- Work alongside renowned leaders in sustainability, indigenous wisdom, technology, and social change
- Live in a contemplative community surrounded by pristine wilderness, healing waters, and ancient forests
- Receive free housing, meals, and a $500 monthly stipend
- Help transform a beloved 56-year-old resort into a hub for sacred hospitality and ecological restoration
- Be mentored by an exceptional team of founders, including indigenous leaders, tech innovators, and spiritual teachers
You'll Focus on One of These Vital Areas:
- Eating well from this landscape: regional farms & indigenous foods, procurement / relationships & purchasing, preparation/preservation, community education
- Healing the land/Ecosystem Health: protecting the water, soil remediation, natural ponds, native plants, medicine gardens, community forestry & prescribed burning
- Land Use/Planning/Building: Site & infrastructure planning and budgeting, natural building practices, research and permitting, overseeing construction
- Art/Service/Sacred hospitality: Practicing love and beauty to delight guests and inspire community; Welcoming art & music to the land for peace/joy/healing
- Facilities/maintenance/technology: energy efficiency, renewables, bear-proof waste/recycling/ composting systems, maintenance calendar, technology planning
- Education: planning/imagining yourselves in students’ shoes, informing curricula, hosting student information session weekends
Your Days Will Include:
- Morning contemplation and silence
- Shared meals featuring local ingredients
- Hands-on project work
- Nature exploration
- Weekly study circles with thought leaders
- Community decision-making and planning
- Plenty of free time to explore the wilderness
The Setting:
You'll be based in Dunsmuir, a charming mountain town known for "the Best Water on Earth," nestled between Mount Shasta and Castle Crags. The 83-acre valley features spring-fed creeks, dense forests, and access to endless hiking trails, including the Pacific Crest Trail.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Has relevant education or training (college degree or vocational training)
- Is self-motivated and ready to take initiative
- Values community living and collaboration
- Seeks deeper connection with nature and spirit
- Wants to contribute to meaningful social change
- Is ready to work hard while growing personally
This isn't just a fellowship – it's an opportunity to be part of a visionary project that combines ecological restoration, spiritual growth, and community building. You'll help lay the foundation for the first class of students arriving in 2026 while developing practical skills and deep connections that will last a lifetime.
Hiring Timeline:
- Application deadline: We will accept and review applications on a rolling basis until the deadline of June 30, 2025
- Online interviews will be conducted
- The selected Fellows will be notified in the second half of July 2025.
- Work begins: September 1, 2025 in Dunsmuir, CA.
Nominations:
We also welcome the nomination of individuals you wholeheartedly recommend for this opportunity. To nominate someone, please send an email to team@jubilee.college and share your thoughts on why you think they’d be a good fit for this fellowship experience.
Salary
$500 - $500 per month
Salary : $500
