SETH: Internships Now Open for Applications
In May 2025, Finsbury Park will become the home of an exciting new initiative for young autistic adults. Through a partnership between autism charities Urban Forest Collective and Edible Landscapes London, SETH will offer unique opportunities to support autistic young people into employment and education through nature-based learning and work placements.
About SETH
SETH (Supporting Employment and Education Through Horticulture) offers supportive and inclusive work placements in a peaceful, enclosed forest garden setting. Internships will take place one day per week over 12 weeks (4 hours per day), providing meaningful, hands-on experience in horticulture and outdoor learning.
The project will run for 24 weeks in total, with two cohorts of 10 places each. SETH is designed for autistic young people aged 18 to 30 who are not in education, employment or training (NEET) and who are able to travel independently or with a support worker.
Each intern will be supported by specialist one-to-one coaching to help shape their experience. This coaching will help identify areas of interest, develop new skills, and plan next steps towards further education or employment.
Who Can Apply
Placements are open to:
- Autistic adults aged 18 to 30
- Those currently not in education, employment or training (NEET)
- Individuals able to travel independently or with a support worker
Programme Dates
Group One
- 30 May to 11 July 2025
- Job coach support available — please email for details
Group Two
- 15 August to 7 November 2025
- Job coach interviews 12 and 13 May
We are currently accepting sign-ups for both groups.
Join the Team
We are also building a freelance team of gardeners, horticultural therapists, and forest school leaders to help deliver the programme. If you are passionate about nature, inclusive education and working with autistic adults, we would love to hear from you.
Please contact info@urbanforestcollective.org to arrange a chat.
Building Pathways into Nature, Learning and Work
SETH aims to create meaningful opportunities for autistic young people to gain confidence, skills and connections through horticulture. By combining nature-based learning with personalised support, we hope to inspire the next steps into education and employment.
We look forward to welcoming new interns and developing this important project with our community!