Throughout our history, dedicated volunteers have helped make the High Line a success. We couldn’t keep this public space thriving without the neighbors and community members who share their time, expertise, feedback, talent, and energy. Due to the nature of working in a public, outdoor environment, all volunteers should be prepared to interact with park patrons and experience various weather conditions during their work.
The High Line Volunteer program comprises a friendly and inclusive group of individuals who share a common interest in public spaces, civic involvement, gardening, history, and environmental sustainability. Members of this community come from diverse backgrounds, and they share a deep concern for their neighborhood and New York City as a whole.
Our Volunteer Opportunities for 2026
Horticulture Partners - Accepting applications
Role and responsibilities - Horticulture Partners are paired with our horticulturist to help with watering, weeding, pruning, cleaning plant beds, and other gardening tasks. This role is available on weekday mornings from April to October to match the Horticulture department's work schedule.
Skills
- Previous experience or a strong interest in horticulture
- Ability to take part in physically demanding tasks
- Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
- Availability on weekday mornings - schedule is flexible
About Friends of the High Line
The High Line is both a nonprofit organization and a public park on the West Side of Manhattan. We’re devoted to reimagining public spaces to create connected, healthy neighborhoods and cities through our work with communities on and off the High Line.
Built on a historic, elevated rail line, the High Line was always intended to be more than a park. You can walk through the gardens, view art, experience a performance, enjoy food or beverage, or connect with friends and neighbors while enjoying a unique perspective of New York City.
Nearly 100% of our annual budget comes through donations. The City of New York owns the High Line, and we operate under a license agreement with NYC Parks.
EEO Statement
The High Line is guided by a series of values through which we make decisions, including hiring. These values include proactively creating access points for all people, regardless of age, sex, color, creed, race, income, country of origin, religion, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
As part of our commitment to living up to these values and advancing equity within our organization and through our work, we are committed to an equitable hiring process. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with a broad range of lived experiences. This description shall not be construed as a contract of any sort for a specific period of employment.
If you are an individual with a disability and need accommodation during the application process, please send an email request to [email protected]