Join our established volunteer-run organization for a six-month work-study program, with a focus on integrating practice with daily life and activities. Participants need not identify as Buddhists, though a sincere interest in self-reflection, developing ones potential, and the spirit of service are essential. We are seeking motivated, diverse, and talented applicants who are mature, grounded, and enjoy contributing through their work.
As part of this work-study program, you will live in a beautiful environment that is also a meditation and Tibetan yoga center with a breathtaking view of the Golden Gate Bridge and more. Vegetarian meals are provided on-site, created from fresh ingredients that are organic whenever possible.
We are a Buddhist center with a welcoming orientation; open to those seeking meaningful ways of working and living. Our classes are free for our full-time work-study participants. There is also an opportunity to participate in workshops, retreats, and events.
This program includes housing in a beautiful, serene setting in Berkeley; vegetarian meals; free classes; a unique community living and working experience! We also include a stipend of $300 per month for basic living expenses. We are a volunteer-run and staffed organization; come join us for 6 months or more.
WORKING ARRANGEMENT
Work practice may include:
May assist with fundraising and benefit gala help for our sister organization, Tibetan Aid Project, which supports education projects in Asia
All aspects of managing and running an educational center; we are a small volunteer-run non-profit organization
Possible opportunities to develop and gain skills in new areas as needed
We try to find the best fit for your skills, but ask that participants adopt a flexible, as-needed attitude about work-practice assignments, which may include a mix of registrar responsibilities, construction, marketing, fundraising, cleaning, gardening, cooking, and more
LIVING ARRANGEMENT
The program includes:
Access to a full range of evening online and in person classes on Meditation, Kum Nye Tibetan Yoga, Buddhist Studies, Tibetan Language, Nyingma Psychology, and more
Housing in a community setting in the foothills of Berkeley with a spectacular bay view, especially during sunsets
Full engagement with work-practice as part of a small team
Vegetarian meals, created with organic ingredients whenever possible
A small living stipend reimbursement of $300/month