Part Time - Arboretum/OPP Horticulture Intern - Office of Physical Plant

Penn State University • University Park, IL

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About The Position

The Arboretum/Office of Physical Plant Horticulture Intern will learn horticultural and grounds management practices in a public garden setting. Interns work alongside OPP and Arboretum staff to support day-to-day garden operations throughout the growing season. The internship includes installing the Arboretum’s summer floral display, training in fine gardening techniques, supervising volunteer groups, and skills training in the use of tools and equipment. It also includes weekly on-campus educational sessions and off-site field trips. Positions are 40 hours per week for the employment period, which may not exceed 28 weeks.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply horticultural and grounds management practices in a public garden setting.
• Work alongside OPP and Arboretum staff on day-to-day garden operations throughout the growing season.
• Install the Arboretum’s summer floral display.
• Participate in fine gardening techniques training.
• Supervise volunteer groups.
• Participate in skills training in the use of tools and equipment.
• Attend weekly on-campus educational sessions and off-site field trips.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed