Employment & Internships

The John Hay Estate at The Fells is a nationally significant property situated on the shores of Lake Sunapee located in Newbury, NH.  The Fells owns and maintains 84 acres, including a late 19th century Colonial Revival summer home, woodland trails and renowned gardens.  Programs specializing in history, ecology, and the arts are provided year-round.  Special events and exhibits are added to the cultural offerings in the summer and fall.

Internships

Are you interested in a career in history, museum studies, environmental education, marketing, or landscape architecture and design? An internship at the John Hay Estate may be a good fit for you. The John Hay Estate offers four summer internships each year to college students. Speak with your academic advisor about whether you can receive credit for a John Hay Estate internship.

Stay tuned for announcements about Summer 2027 Internships!

Employment

Part-Time Event & Property Maintenance Assistant

The Fells is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Part-Time Event & Property Maintenance Assistant to help support weddings, special events, and the care of our beautiful Timberpeg Pavilion and event spaces.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparing the Timberpeg Pavilion before events

• Adjusting and securing perimeter panels as needed

• Washing pavilion floors and maintaining a clean appearance

• Cleaning and stocking restrooms

• Cleaning and organizing the pavilion kitchen area

• Removing trash and recycling before and after events

• Performing light property maintenance and grounds care as needed

Qualifications:

• Reliable and self-motivated

• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks

• Available evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays

• Experience with facilities, custodial, or event support work is a plus

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in maintaining beautiful spaces, and values helping create exceptional experiences for visitors and event guests.

To apply, please contact The Fells at jobs@thefells.org

The Fells provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, handicap, political affiliation or veteran status, if otherwise qualified, in accordance with applicable local, state and federal laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which The Fells has facilities.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, leave of absence, compensation and training.

In compliance with federal law, The Fells verifies the employment eligibility of every new employee. Potential employees must be a citizen or national of the United States of America, an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized by the Immigration and Naturalization Service to work in the U.S. 

Every new employee is required to fill out the Federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form (Form I-9) and provide documentation confirming their identity and eligibility.