Our Program

Lift All Boats is a summer pre-apprenticeship program that trains students to lobster by taking them out on the water once a week for half a day at a time, all summer long. Participants get Maine Student Lobstering Licenses and are licensed commercial fishermen from day one.

 

There is no cost to participate, and students get paid a stipend for attendance, and by selling the lobster they catch to Luke’s Lobster at market price. 

 

For students who discover a passion for lobstering, we connect them with experienced lobstermen eager to train and hire the next generation. For those who choose a different path, the Lift All Boats team remain lifelong mentors, supporting their goals while fostering a lasting connection to the ocean and a sense of belonging.

 

Eligibility: Applicants must be at least a high school freshman, be currently enrolled in school, and under 18 years old when they start the program.

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Program Highlights

• No experience necessary

• All gear provided for free

• Get paid market price for the lobster you catch, plus $25 per fishing day

• School class credit available

• Free lunch every day you lobster

• Free transportation provided if needed

• Full support in completing paperwork for student lobster and boater licenses

• Connections to professional lobstermen for long-term job opportunities

• Money management and financial literacy training

• Connections to potential paid restaurant jobs at Luke’s Lobster for additional income

• Summer seminar series and field trips provide additional learning on marine careers, marine biology and climate science, entrepreneurship, and more

• Opportunity to run for the student seat on the organization’s Board of Directors

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To apply, head over to the 2026 Lift All Boats: Student Lobster Mentorship Application, which can be found on the Get Involved page or by clicking the apply button below!

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