Ethnobotanical Publishing Volunteer

Ethnobotanical Publishing Volunteer – Every Living Thing Connects

Location:
100% Remote

Commitment:
Project-based (flexible hours, deadline-driven)

Compensation:
Unpaid volunteer position with valuable benefits (see below)

About Us

Every Living Thing Connects (ELTC) is an ethnobotanical seasonal magazine subscription that explores the cultural, scientific, and creative connections between humans and plants. Through personified plant characters and immersive storytelling, we create educational content that sparks curiosity, fosters connection, and celebrates the wonder of the natural world.

We\’re pioneering a new genre: Ethnobotanical-Fantasy (EthnoFantasy)
– blending rigorous plant science, cultural traditions, and fantasy storytelling to create something truly unique. Our content makes readers feel like they\’re in direct conversation with the plants themselves, exploring the Elceti world where each plant character brings their own personality, history, and wisdom.

The Opportunity

We\’re seeking passionate people with an interest in
botany, ethnobotany, herbalism, publishing, or environmental education
to join our small, mission-driven team. This is a rare chance to gain hands-on experience in a pioneering field – helping to shape ethnobotanical-fantasy as a genre whilst contributing to a publication that values discovery, connection, expression, and knowledge.

You\’ll be involved in:

• Fundraising support:
  Researching grant opportunities, assisting with funding applications, and helping develop fundraising strategies
• Educational content development:
  Completing student workbooks, lesson plans, and interactive educational materials for our quarterly magazine
• Day-to-day administration:
  Supporting project coordination, content organisation, and operational tasks to keep our small team running smoothly

What We\’re Looking For

• Current university students or recent graduates studying botany, herbalism, environmental sciences, education, publishing, or related fields
• Genuine interest in ethnobotany, plant medicine, and cultural plant traditions
• Strong organisational skills and ability to meet project deadlines independently
• Excellent written communication (UK English)
• Self-motivated and comfortable working remotely
• Bonus: Experience with educational content, grant writing, or publishing

What You\’ll Gain

Free annual magazine subscription
– full access to our quarterly ethnobotanical publications

Portfolio-building experience
– real-world projects you can showcase to future employers

Be part of something new
– help pioneer the ethnobotanical-fantasy genre from the ground up

Networking opportunities
– connections within the ethnobotany, herbalism, and educational publishing communities

Mentorship
– work directly with our founder, a qualified herbalist with years of ethnobotanical expertise

Flexible, remote work
– project-based structure that fits around your studies

Reference & testimonial
– upon successful completion of projects

Insight into indie publishing
– learn how a small, values-driven business operates from the ground up

How to Apply

Send a brief email to with:

• A short introduction (who you are, what you\’re studying, why you\’re interested in ELTC)
• Your CV or a summary of relevant experience
• One thing about plants or ethnobotany that fascinates you

Subject line:
Ethnobotanical Internship Application

We review applications on a rolling basis and will match projects to your interests and availability.

Our Values

Discovery
– Curiosity over certainty

Connection
– Seeing the world through many lenses

Expression
– Creating, not just consuming

Knowledge
– Seeking truth in all its forms

Every Living Thing Connects. An Ethnobotanical Exploration of Our World.